Potala Palace, A Majestic Palace Soaring into the Blue Skies
35 Beijing Road, Chengguan District, Lhasa, Tibet Autonomous Region
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Introduction
The most important symbol of Tibet and the world's highest and grandest palace is the Potala Palace. The name "Potala" comes from Sanskrit and is sometimes translated as "Potalaka," which refers to the dwelling place of Avalokitesvara, making it a sacred site for pilgrims.
The palace consists of the Red Palace and the White Palace, with the highest point being the Red Palace, which is an important location for religious ceremonies. The White Palace is mainly used as the residence of the Dalai Lama. The palace houses many relics such as stupas, statues, murals, thangkas, and religious texts. The most notable are the eight stupas built by the Dalai Lamas since the fifth.
To capture the beauty of the Potala Palace, one can visit the viewing platform on the southwest side of Yaowang Mountain, the lakeside of Zongjiao Lukang Park, or one of the three filming locations at the Potala Square. Address 35 Beijing Road, Chengguan District, Lhasa, Tibet Autonomous Region
Opening hours 09:00-17:30 (all day)；last entry at 15:00 (December 1 to February 28 of the next year, Monday to Sunday)
08:30-16:00 (all day)；last entry at 15:40 (June 1 to August 31, Monday to Sunday)
Transportation Take Bus No. 8 Express/13/17/34/35/36/L2 and get off at Baita Station. Walk approximately 443 meters to reach your destination.
Magnificent architecture combining castle and temple
