Potala Palace

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This is the spot where the 50 Yuan Note has the exact same image. At the main road in front of the palace, walk to the left hand side facing the palace and you will find a walkway and stairs that lead up to this viewpoint. A truly spectacular sight. #GreatOutdoors
The highest palace in the world —— the #PotalaPalace in Lhasa of Tibet,China. https://twitter.com/Beautifulgx
The highest palace in the world —— the #PotalaPalace in Lhasa of Tibet,China. https://twitter.com/Beautifulgx
A beautiful palace minus the Dali llama. Many steps but very worth visiting

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On top of the Jokhang Temple.

Jokhang Temple

After visiting Jokhang Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lhasa. Make time to visit the temples and monuments while you're in the area.

Jokhang Temple
Sera Monastery is one of the "great three" Gelug university monasteries of Tibet, located 1.25 miles north of Lhasa and about 5 km north of the Jokhang. The other two are Ganden Monastery and Drepung Monastery.

Sera Monastery

You can learn about the history of Lhasa with a visit to Sera Monastery. Make time to visit the temples and monuments while you're in the area.

Sera Monastery
Zongkapa Lobsang Zhaba, or Tsongkhapa, usually taken to mean "the Man from Onion Valley", born in Qinghai, was a famous teacher of Tibetan Buddhism whose activities led to the formation of the Gelug school of Tibetan Buddhism

Drepung Monastery

Learn about the local history of Lhasa with a stop at Drepung Monastery. Make time to visit the temples and monuments while you're in the area.

Drepung Monastery

Ramoche Temple

After visiting Ramoche Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lhasa. Make time to visit the temples and monuments while you're in the area.

Ramoche Temple

Canggu Temple

Canggu Temple is just one of the places to see in Lhasa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's museums and temples.

Canggu Temple

Lasa Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Lasa Museum in Lhasa. Discover the area's museums and temples.

Lasa Museum

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