Holidays China takes you to intriguing Lhasa, the capital city
of Tibet. A sea of historic sites, monasteries and interesting
tourist attractions envelop you into the breathtaking charm of the
Himalayan Mountains. Popularly referred to as the rooftop of the
world, Lhasa is an exotic land that lies nestled in the midst of
snowcapped peaks and steep mountains.
Location
Located 3,760 meters above the Lhasa River level, Lhasa lies
close to Beijing, the capital city of China, Chonqing, X'ian and
Chengdu. Lhasa gained importance in the 15th century after the
Gelug Monastic sect established the Drepung, Gandan and Sera
monasteries in this part of Tibet. In fact according to ancient
legend it was Yarlung and not Lhasa that was the main religious
center of the Tibetan Buddhists, though in the later years Lhasa
gained importance as the capital city of Tibet.
History
Available historical records indicate that Lhasa was established
in the year 633 A.D. during the rule of emperor Songtsen Gampo.
Tourist Attractions
Holidays China arranges for you to visit the important tourist
attractions of Lhasa, Tibet and takes you to the Potala Palace,
Norbulinka Palace, Jokhong Monastery, Drepung Temple and the
Sera Monastery. Also enjoy tours to the Gandan Monastery,
Xialu Monastery, Ramoche Temple, Samye Monastery, Yungbulakang
Palace and the Namtso Lake.
Things to Do
Shop for local handcrafts at the shops and stalls on the Barhkor
Street in Old Lhasa.
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