Things to Do in Lhasa

There are 3 attractions in Lhasa. Potala Palace, former tibetan buddhist residence and lhasa landmark, is the most popular.

1

Potala Palace

Former Tibetan Buddhist residence and Lhasa landmark

Palace

2

Jokhang

Sacred Tibetan Buddhist temple and major pilgrimage site

Temple

3

Norbulingka

Traditional Tibetan palace and gardens, Dalai Lama's summer residence

Palace

4

Drepung Monastery

One of Tibet's largest Gelug monasteries near Lhasa

Religious Site

5

Gandan Si

Prominent Lhasa Tibetan Buddhist monastery with large Buddha statue

Temple

6

Sera Monastery

Important Lhasa monastery and center of Tibetan learning

Temple

7

Lhasa Great Mosque

Historic mosque in Lhasa serving Tibetan Muslim community

Mosque

8

Ramoche Temple

Historic Lhasa temple housing important Buddha statue

Temple

9

Nechung

Tibetan monastery historically housing the state oracle

Religious Site

10

Tibet Museum

Museum in Lhasa exhibiting Tibetan history and culture

Museum