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Why was potala palace built?

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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.

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It was built in the 7th Century, along with repairs and expansions until 1645

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When was Potala Palace created?

Potala Palace was created in 637.


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