Here are some famous tourist attractions that are worthy of being recommended to you, such as the landmark of Lhasa city - Potala Palace, Tibetan shopping center - Barkhor Street, a holy site for Buddhists - Jokhang Temple, etc. If you are interested in Tibetan culture, you have no reason to miss the hot Buddhism debate in Sera Monastery, witness the grand Shoton Festival at Drepung Monastery, do kora around Jokhang Temple, and so on.
Besides those attractions mentioned before, Ganden Monastery - the 1st and primary monastery of the Gelug School of Tibetan Buddhism, Drak Yerpa - the holiest meditation caves, and Norbulingka - a royal palace park are also your priority destinations.
Here are maps of Lhasa attractions. Click to view a bigger image.
Recommended Tour Itineraries in Lhasa Prefecture
Kunming-Dali-Lijiang-Shangrila-Lhasa
From Yunnan to Tibet, you will experience plateau scenery, mysterious and diverse cultures, and magnificent temples.
Kathmandu-Tingri-Shigatse-Lhasa
A legendary trip across the Himalayas and an exploration of ancient monasteries, EBC and Tibet's mysterious landscapes.
Guilin-Longji-Guilin-Yangshuo-Guilin-Lhasa
Explore rice terraces trail, enjoy the cruise on Li River, cycle in Yangshuo, and pilgrim to the holy city of Lhasa.
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