Situated in Southern China bordering Nepal, India, and Bhutan Tibet is popularly known as the "Roof of the World" as Tibet shares the border with Mount Everest the highest peak in the world with Nepal. Tibet is also popular for its unique culture and history of its existence and Buddhism.
Potala Palace
Potala Palace is the only palace that is situated on the highest altitude. Potala Palace is the major attraction of Tibet. This world heritage site is historically important. The reason to visit Potala Palace has many things worth seeing, the architecture of the entire construction, the splendid well-preserved artworks and various kinds of religious treasures and etc. By sightseeing all those highlights, you can trace back to the old days of Tibet and experience the glory of Tibet history.
Barkhor Street
Situated in the heart of Lhasa, Barkhor is a popular square surrounding the Jokhang Temple. This iconic street has a lot to offer to the visitor as the square consists of various restaurants and eatery places serving local Tibetan and Nepalese foods. There are small businesses situated which have created an option for shopping. The square is also religiously important as the street surrounds the Jokhang Temple.
Jokhang Temple
Around the Barkar street/square lies the historic Jokhang Temple. Historically Jokhang Temple is the most revered and intensely spiritual sacred monastery in Tibet because of its important role in the development of Buddhism in Tibet. More importantly, the Jokhang Temple houses the one-of-a-kind treasure of world Buddhism. The Jokhang Temple is 1300 years old. Jokhang Temple has amazing architecture to observe as well.
Yamdrok Lake
Yamdrok Lake is a freshwater lake in Tibet, it is one of the three largest sacred lakes in Tibet. The lake has beautiful blue water and is surrounded by snow-capped mountains. There are various things to try such as hiking around the lake, bird watching, if you visit during autumn or winter as the small island in the lake, supports the birds’ migration. There are few monasteries and small towns around which you can visit.
MT Kailash
As religiously important for both Hinduism and Buddhism, Mount Kailash is one of the popular pilgrimages destination. As Mt Kailash is not allowed to climb many people take a circuit tour of the mountain. There is spectacular scenery and Mansarover Lake as well.
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