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Lhasa

拉萨

🏙️ Tibet

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Lhasa
4.9
Rating
100+
Attractions

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Roof of the world, spiritual capital

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Highlights

Potala PalaceJokhang TempleBarkhor Street

Must-Try Food

Tibetan TeaYak MeatTsampa
Best Time to Visit
June-September
Suggested Duration
3-4 days
Province
Tibet
HIGHLIGHTS

Must-See in Lhasa

Don't miss these iconic spots during your visit

Barkhor Street⭐ 4.5

Barkhor Street

八廓街

The ancient pilgrimage circuit surrounding Jokhang Temple, now a vibrant market of Tibetan crafts, prayer flags, and butter tea stalls. The clockwise flow of devout pilgrims is mesmerizing.

⏱ 2👨‍👩‍👧 Family Friendly(16,000 reviews)
Sera Monastery⭐ 4.6

Sera Monastery

色拉寺

One of the 'Great Three' Gelug monasteries, famous for its afternoon monks' debates where participants clap and argue Buddhist logic with theatrical passion. A mesmerizing intellectual spectacle.

⏱ 2(9,800 reviews)
Drepung Monastery⭐ 4.6

Drepung Monastery

哲蚌寺

Once the world's largest monastery with 10,000 monks, this sprawling white complex on Mount Gephel offers breathtaking valley views and the stunning Ganden Potrang palace.

⏱ 3(8,500 reviews)
Ganden Monastery⭐ 4.5

Ganden Monastery

甘丹寺

Set dramatically on Wangbur Mountain, this was the first Gelug monastery founded by Tsongkhapa. The golden-roofed tsokchen hall and panoramic Kyichu Valley views reward the uphill climb.

⏱ 3(6,200 reviews)
Lhasa River⭐ 4

Lhasa River

拉萨河

The life-giving river flowing through Lhasa valley, with sandbars frequented by black-necked cranes. Local families picnic on the banks and offer prayer flags fluttering from riverside trees.

⏱ 1👨‍👩‍👧 Family Friendly(3,100 reviews)
Tsurphu Monastery⭐ 4.3

Tsurphu Monastery

楚布寺

The historic seat of the Karmapa lineage, nestled at 4,300 meters in the Doilungdeqen valley. The dramatic mountain backdrop and peaceful atmosphere make the bumpy drive worthwhile.

⏱ 3(1,800 reviews)
Princess Wencheng Live Show⭐ 4.5

Princess Wencheng Live Show

文成公主实景演出

A spectacular open-air night performance at the foot of the Potala Palace, telling the story of the Tang princess who married a Tibetan king. Hundreds of performers, dazzling costumes, and radiant mountain backdrop.

⏱ 1.5(6,200 reviews)
Thangka Painting Academy⭐ 4.2

Thangka Painting Academy

唐卡画院

A workshop where master thangka artists teach the ancient art of Buddhist scroll painting. Visitors can watch the meticulous process and purchase authentic hand-painted thangkas.

⏱ 1(1,400 reviews)
Zhaqi Temple⭐ 4.1

Zhaqi Temple

扎基寺

Lhasa's only wealth temple, dedicated to the Goddess of Fortune. Crowded with devotees offering liquor and hada scarves, it has a unique smoky atmosphere and energetic prayer sessions.

⏱ 0.5(2,400 reviews)
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TOURS

Guided Tours in Lhasa

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Lhasa 5D4N Group Tour

Lhasa 5D4N Group Tour

5 Days / 4 Nights

  • Potala Palace
  • Jokhang Temple
  • Barkhor Street
Lhasa & Shigatse 10D9N Group Tour

Lhasa & Shigatse 10D9N Group Tour

10 Days / 9 Nights

  • Potala Palace
  • Jokhang Temple
  • Barkhor Street
Lhasa 4D3N Group Tour

Lhasa 4D3N Group Tour

4 Days / 3 Nights

  • Potala Palace
  • Jokhang Temple
  • Barkhor Street
Lhasa & Shigatse 6D5N Group Tour

Lhasa & Shigatse 6D5N Group Tour

6 Days / 5 Nights

  • Potala Palace
  • Jokhang Temple
  • Barkhor Street
Lhasa & Shigatse 8D7N Group Tour

Lhasa & Shigatse 8D7N Group Tour

8 Days / 7 Nights

  • Potala Palace
  • Jokhang Temple
  • Barkhor Street
Lhasa & Shigatse 8D7N Group Tour

Lhasa & Shigatse 8D7N Group Tour

8 Days / 7 Nights

  • Potala Palace
  • Jokhang Temple
  • Barkhor Street
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