Sunday, May 17, 2009

My Tibet trip- Potala Palace


The Potala Palace was built at the time of Songtsan Gampo in 7th century. In 17th century,the 5th Dhalai Lama extended the Palace to its present size. It is 115.7 metres high with 13 stories.From 1st of May 09,the restriction of visitors visiting the Potala Palace will limit to 2000 per day ,.and the entrance fee will increase from 100 to 200 dollars Chinese currency. Potala Palace is among the highest point in the world.The countless cultural relics in the Palace are images,murals ,sutras,etc,which of incredible value. These magnificent Tibetian arts and culture are not only classified as China's national treasures but are also listed by the State- Council as one unit of the important cultural relics to be specially protected.

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