A Side of TIBET Few Outsiders Ever See (Life in Lhasa Now)
Discover the soul of Lhasa, China, with this curated map exploring ancient monasteries, sacred sites, and breathtaking natural wonders. From the majestic Potala Palace to the serene Yamdrok Lake, uncover the spiritual heart and stunning landscapes of Tibet.
Drepung Monastery
A beautiful monastery built in 1417, where the Shoton Festival is celebrated with the unveiling of a Giant Buddha Thangka.
Potala Palace
The iconic highest-altitude palace in the world, overlooking Lhasa, with 1,300 years of history and a vast collection of relics and stupas.
Norbulingka
The summer palace of Lhasa, where locals gather for picnics and traditional Tibetan opera during the Shoton Festival.
Jokhang Temple
The most sacred temple in Tibet, housing a 1300-year-old statue of Shakyamuni Buddha and a pilgrimage site for Tibetan Buddhists.
Barkhor Street
A street around Jokhang Temple where you can discover incense-making and centuries-old woodblock printing traditions.
Susheng Guizang Manor Hotel
A comfortable hotel in Lhasa that provides oxygen, making it suitable for acclimatizing to the altitude.
Yamdrok Lake
A sacred lake in Tibet.
Mount Everest base camp
A destination over 5200 meters above sea level.