Potala Palace
Fast Fact:
Elevation: 3700 M
Built-in: 7th Century
Founder: 33rd Tibetan King Songtsen Gampo
Opening Hours： （ 9：30 To 17：30）
The Potala Palace, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is a truly magnificent and sacred structure that occupies a significant position in the history and culture of Tibet.
The Potala Palace is located in the center of Lhasa city and is an essential attraction in Tibet. From a distance, its majestic appearance is a sight to behold, and its interior showcases a unique structure. It symbolizes the profound spiritual and cultural bond of the Tibetan people.
It was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994. Its construction dates back to the 7th century during the reign of the 33rd King of Tibet, Songtsen Gampo. Located at the core of Lhasa, it stands atop a red mountain called Markpo Ri in Tibetan. The palace comprises two main sections, namely the Red Palace and the White Palace. The most venerated chapel within is the Phakpa Lhakang, which enshrines the self-rising image of Avalokiteshvara.
Originally constructed in the 7th century by King Songtsen Gampo, who unified the entire Tibetan Plateau and was famed for his far-sightedness and courage. It was during his reign that the present Tibetan script was devised. He dispatched 16 intelligent students to India, among whom Thomei Sambota was the sole one to return to Tibet. Through his research and studies, he formulated the current Tibetan script as the common writing system across Tibet.
Subsequently, in 1645, the 5th Dalai Lama initiated renovations that lasted for 50 years, the Tibetan Government Administration center was relocated from Drepung Monastery to the Potala Palace, which then became the principal religious center in Tibet. The Red Palace was primarily dedicated to religious functions and housed numerous halls and chapels. The main allure of the palace includes the tombs of former Dalai Lamas.
At present, the palace has become a major tourist destination. To ensure the safety and preservation of the palace, the administrative department has imposed a limit on the daily number of visitors. During the peak tourist season in summer, there is an enormous demand for entry tickets.
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