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100% of people who have been to Lhasa think it's worth visiting. The most popular places in Lhasa are Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple. Lhasa is featured on the lists Top 5 Chinese Cities, Top 50 Asian Cities-Acc. to Me, and Lonely Planet's "The Cities Book".


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Diverse, amazing Lhasa by roslyn43

I arrived in Lhasa yesterday, after a 48 hour train ride from Beijing. It’s a much bigger city than I’d expected, with shopping districts and neon lights and bustling traffic – but still much of the old world.

Fluttering prayer flags, traditionally clothed women with their long hair woven into fabric, yaks ambling disinterestedly down main roads – and of course, the Chinese police on every corner, private grief over the traditions slipping away, and prayers for peace and healing on the spinning prayer wheels.

Other first impressions: it’s a friendly, laidback place, with absolutely zero hassle and wonderful facilities for travellers. The only downside so far has been a touch of altitude sickness (mainly just shortness of breath and tiredness), so it’s important to take it easy at the start and give yourself time to adjust.

Can’t wait to explore further over the coming days!

about 1 year ago

Untitled by 雨曦

Inpired by the movie 天下无贼. I always wanted to check out Tibet, especially Lhasa. I’m currently taking a class on Tibetan film which shows the natural and spiritual beauty of the place. This will be a very good experience, I bet.

over 6 years ago

Untitled by gingla

This place feels like you can be so close to heaven you can touch it! So spiritual.

over 6 years ago

Loved it! by turquoiselight

Been there twice, both times in 1995. Enjoyed myself thoroughly. Took a small group of European Travel Agents on the first trip. Accompanied a large group of 32 elderly Italian tourists the second time. My birthday fell on a day during the trip and they all showered me with gifts! Felt completely at home in Tibet.

over 7 years ago

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