The Heart of Tibet! A Must-Visit Sacred Temple in This Lifetime

❄️Reasons to Visit:
The jewel of the Roof of the World! The red, white, and yellow colors collide to create the beauty of faith
1300 years of history condensed into the light and shadow poetry on the steps

📍Address: No. 35 Beijing Middle Road, Chengguan District, Lhasa City, Tibet Autonomous Region
⏰Opening Hours:
Winter and Spring (Nov-Apr) 9:30 AM - 3:20 PM
Midsummer (Jul-Aug) 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Autumn (Sep-Oct) 9:30 AM - 3:20 PM

📸Two Iconic Photo Spots:
1️⃣ Yowang Mountain Viewing Platform
Same angle as the 50 RMB note! Recommended to shoot the golden light piercing the clouds in the early morning
2️⃣ Potala Palace Square Reflection Pool
Sunny afternoons! The symmetrical reflection of the sacred palace on the water is stunning

⚠️Tips to Avoid Pitfalls:
• Book 3 days in advance! Tickets sell out quickly in peak season
• No photography allowed inside the palace! Use your eyes to record the experience
• Turn prayer wheels clockwise, not counterclockwise!
• Bring an oxygen tank! Climbing the steps is like a high-altitude marathon

🧭Route Plan:
1️⃣ South Square → Security Checkpoint
Capture the full view of the Potala Palace + warm up with prayer wheels
2️⃣ White Palace → Red Palace
The White Palace’s political and religious hall is breathtaking; remember to find the tomb of the 5th Dalai Lama in the Red Palace
3️⃣ Golden Roof Cluster
The golden roofs shine like Buddha’s light under the sun, perfect for upward shots
4️⃣ Back Mountain Trail
Avoid the crowds! See the Potala Palace framed with snow-capped mountains

🌅Special Experiences:
• Watch the sunrise light up the golden roofs
• Encounter pilgrims doing full-body prostrations
• Listen to the sound of prayer flags fluttering in the wind