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How old is the Potala Palace in Tibet?
The Potala Palace in Tibet was founded in 637, the modern palace was constructed in 1645 so that makes it 368 years old. The modern palace was renovated in 1994 and 2002
What are some famous landmarks in Tibet?
Potala Palace, Jokhang Monastery.
What to see in China?
Great wall of china The Potala Palace of Tibet
Where is the palace?
The Potala Palace is located in Lhasa, Lhasa was the National Capital of Tibet until 1949 and is now the capital of the Tibet Autonomous region under Chinese colonial rule.
Why was potala palace built?
The Potala Palace is located in Lhasa, Lhasa was the National Capital of Tibet until 1949 and is now the capital of the Tibet Autonomous region under Chinese colonial rule.
What can you do in Tibet?
To go to Tibet to the most important thing is to enjoy the scenery, and there's a lot of religious temples, such as the potala palace, but also mount Everest, reference ：http://www.thetibettour.com/Attractions/
Why do people go to lhasa?
During the time of Dalai Lama's stay in the Potala Palace, many Tibetans took pilgrimages to Lhasa to meet His Holiness. Lhasa is the capital of Tibet.
Where did dalai lama?
Before the Chinese invasion of Tibet, the Dalai Lama lived in Lhasa, the capital city of Tibet. In the summer, the Dalai Lamas lived in Norbulingka (Nor-bu-gling-ka) Palace and Gardens. In the winter, the Dalai Lamas lived in the famous Potala (Po-ta-la) Palace.
Why Lhasa is capital city of Tibet?
Because the potala greatest temple of Buddhist is there.
What famous buildings begin with a p?
· Parthenon (Greece) · Pentagon (Washington D.C.) · Pyramids · Pantheon (Rome) · Petronas Tower (Malaysia) · PNC Park (Pittsburgh) · Prague Castle (Czech Republic) · Potala Palace (Tibet)
What is the heritage of Tibet?
The culture of Tibet is greatly influenced by Buddhist religion, its heritage also has many Buddhist features. The Potala Palace which is the best known architecture there, together with lots of temples are the place for religious activities. In the form of art, Thang-ga, which is a traditional sort of Tibetan painting, and sculpture of Buddha reflects peoples' religious believes. Moreover, there are great amounts of intangible heritage, that is the local custom.
The Buddhism government?
There is no official Biddhist government, like for the Catholics there is the Vatican. There was the Dalai Lama who ws the spiritual leader. But when the Chinese took over Tibet, particularly Lhasa, the Dalai Lama(s) had to go into exile. Potala Palace which was the home of the Dalai Lama has now been converted to a museum by the Chinese gov't
