Map of Lhasa

Jokhang Temple, Lhasa
  • Province:
    Tibet (Chinese: 西藏, Pinyin: Xī Zàng)
  • Population :
    2,840,000
  • Area :
    1,228,400 square km (474,300 square mile)
  • Overview:
    With an average elevation of 4,900 metres (16,000 ft), Tibet has long been a favored destination for tourists from around the world.

 

 

Potala Place
With its world-wide reputation, the Potala Palace stands on the Red Hill overlooking the Tibetan city of Lhasa as a major national cultural monument
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Jokhang Monastery
Located in the center of the ancient city of Lhasa, the Jokhang Monastery was built in the seventh century by Songtsan Gambo, the Tang Princess Wen Cheng.
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