Wednesday, August 5, 2009

Potala Palace


Home of the Dalai Lamas! Only 2500 people allowed to tour daily. In peak season 60,000 visitors to Lhasa per week - so do the math, we were lucky to have tickets. You are timed, only allowed 1.5 hrs to get through the tour. If your group is late in completing the tour - it can very rough for your guide and his certification.


500 steps to the top!
Brick, stone and straw construction.
And lots of white wash!!!!

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