Tibet Museum—A Must-See in Lhasa

The Tibet Museum, Tibet's first national first-class museum, is an important window into Tibetan history and culture.

1️⃣ Location: Located in the southeast corner of Norbulingka, Lhasa.

2️⃣ Architectural Style: Combining traditional Tibetan architecture with modern functionality, the museum boasts a magnificent exterior and an interior layout centered around a preface hall, main exhibition hall, and cultural relic storage, blending ethnic characteristics with practicality.

3️⃣ Collections and Exhibitions
Collection Size: As of 2022, the museum houses a total of 61,200 pieces/sets, including 43,600 precious cultural relics, covering historical seals, Buddhist statues, Tibetan scriptures, and more.
Featured Exhibits: Exhibits such as the "Reclining Demoness Thangka" illustrate Princess Wencheng's contributions to the development of Tibetan Buddhism.

4️⃣ Visiting Information
Opening Hours: Winter (November 1–June 30): 10:00–17:30 (last entry at 16:30), closed on Mondays
Summer (July 1–October 31): 9:30–17:30 (last entry at 16:30), closed on Mondays
Reservation Services: Ticket reservations, activity reservations, and exhibition hall guided tour services are available.

Post by Tasting Trolley | Mar 26, 2025