Potala Palace

23-year-old Solo Trip to Tibet | Seven-Day Budget Travel Guide Lhasa is not in Tibet, Lhasa is on the way In my 23rd year, on the eve of the Lunar New Year's Eve, I finally fulfilled the wish of taking a backpacking train trip to Tibet alone👇👇👇 Transportation Choices Entering Tibet🚄: Train from Chengdu, hard seat for 30h over two nights Leaving Tibet: Choose a window seat on the right to see groups of snow-capped mountains Itinerary Day1-2: Chengdu→Lhasa (Z322) Spend an unforgettable day and two nights on the train Day3: Arrive at Lhasa station at 7 am→Visit Potala Palace→Yao Wang Mountain→Heavenly Post Office→Barkhor Street→Jokhang Temple Day4: Day trip to Namtso Day5: Day trip to Yamdrok Lake and Karola Glacier Day6: Sera Monastery→Potala Palace→Nanshan Park Day7: Tibet Museum→Norbulingka→Song of Lhasa Day8: Flight back to Chengdu Accommodation Traveling alone, staying in a hostel is a great choice, it's easy to meet new friends, chat about what you've seen and heard on the road, and it's convenient to join a group for outings! day3️⃣-day4️⃣: Lhasa Shengtu Scenic Hotel (Potala Palace branch) Highly recommended!!! Free laundry and drying machines, rooms with all-day oxygen and heating, rooftop view of the Potala Palace and sunset day5️⃣-day7️⃣: Lhasa Five-Year Class Youth Hostel Local Transportation Lhasa city basically has shared electric scooters for 4 yuan/20 minutes, and the distance between each scenic spot is only a few kilometers, so it's very convenient to ride an electric scooter

Potala Palace When you stand in front of the Potala Palace It really makes you marvel at its grandeur You can also buy a ticket (free in winter) To take a look inside the palace Jokhang Temple - Barkhor Street Slow down your pace infinitely You can find a place at Jokhang Temple. Barkhor Street To sit down quietly by yourself Watching the pilgrims come and go They bring their own devotion To see the faith in their hearts There is a moment When you envy them for having their own faith At this moment, your heart is also at peace Yamdrok Lake Crossing mountains and ridges When you see it for the first time There is a feeling of exhilaration Of course, good weather is needed Everest Base Camp The altitude is too high Got altitude sickness A friend went to chase the sunrise on the golden mountain That instant Watching her run forward In a strange environment There is a moment of confusion Looking back to see the five-star red flag fluttering Instantly, the heart feels warm Namtso The journey is a bit far Long trek Every place along the way Has different scenery Photography is absolutely beautiful May you encounter good weather And meet the most beautiful sunrise on the golden mountain

🏞️ **Experience sharing of solo travel in Tibet! Detailed guide with a cost of 5500 yuan!** 🚗 **Travel:** Depart from Guiyang, choose to fly to Xining, then take a train to Lhasa. It is more economical to choose a plane in the off-season, and you can consider taking a train into Tibet in winter to experience a different journey. 👜 **Items:** Bring a 24-inch suitcase, enough to store down jackets, storm jackets, snow boots and other winter essentials. ID card, disposable underwear, sunscreen, thermos, masks and other essentials to deal with the dry climate of Tibet. 🗺️ **Plan:** Rest in Lhasa for two days first, adapt to the plateau climate, and check in at attractions such as the Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple during the period, leaving beautiful moments. 🤒 **Prevention and treatment of altitude sickness:** During the adaptation period, move slowly, purchase portable oxygen bottles and glucose to prevent altitude sickness. In case of severe altitude sickness, you can inhale oxygen in a professional clinic to ensure safety. 👩‍👩‍👧‍👧 **Group experience:** Choose a small group of 6 days and 5 nights, the cost includes accommodation, group meals, tickets, etc., fully experience pure play, save worry and effort. The route covers beautiful spots such as Lhasa, Everest, and Suosong Village. 🛤️ **Route planning:** Lhasa→Mila Pass→Namjagbarwa Grand Canyon→Suosong Village→Gongdelin Grassland→Dagu Gorge→Zedang→Gangbala Mountain→Yang Lake→Karola Glacier→Manla Reservoir→Shigatse→Dingri→Jiajula Pass→Everest Base Camp→Jiaula Pass→Nam Co→Zaxi Peninsula→Dangxiong→Lhasa. 🍜 **Lhasa food:** Must try the local beef rice and sweet tea near Barkhor Street, choose Tiancun sour soup yak for hot pot, and recommend the yogurt shop in front of Potala Palace for Lhasa yogurt. 💄 **Photo shooting:** Experience the 399 yuan Barkhor Street package, the makeup effect is good, and the layout is elegant. In general, both free travel and small groups have their own characteristics, choose the way that suits you, and enjoy the magnificent scenery of Tibet!🏔️

| The Eternal Center Stage. 🌟🌟🌟 The Potala Palace is so dazzling that it feels like everyone knows about it without needing an introduction, but in reality, most people are not familiar with the detailed history and religious status of the Potala Palace. The Potala Palace is a fortress-like architectural complex, built by Songtsen Gampo of the Tubo dynasty to welcome Princess Wencheng and Princess Bhrikuti. Another theory suggests it was constructed as the royal palace when Songtsen Gampo moved the capital to Lhasa. After being rebuilt in the 17th century, it became the winter residence of successive Dalai Lamas. 🌟🌟🌟 The main structures of the Potala Palace consist of the White Palace and the Red Palace, with the red color of the outer walls being natural pigments, very bright and vivid. The Tibetan style of the palace is particularly attractive. Built on the side of a mountain, the extensive stone walls stand as if they were cliffs, making the architecture seem to merge with the hillside, majestic in appearance. The Potala Palace is situated at an altitude of 3,700 meters and covers a total area of 360,000 square meters. The palace walls are built with rammed earth and covered with bricks and stones, making them particularly sturdy and able to withstand various natural disasters such as typhoons and earthquakes. 🌟🌟🌟 I hired a guide to explain the changes in the regime of the Potala Palace. As the political center of Tibet, the Potala Palace's status is truly the center stage debut. The guide said that what ordinary people consider the most precious, gold, is the least valuable in the Potala Palace. The golden roofs, golden statues, everything is made of gold. The treasures of the Potala Palace are also a major attraction, with the largest diamond in the country, the most valuable jewels, all enshrined in the Potala Palace, including Dzi beads, agate, turquoise, jadeite, jade, and so on.

This is the second time I took my mom to visit the Potala Palace, just in time for the changing season. The Potala Palace under the sun is so white that it shines, and you can see that everyone is excitedly preparing for the God-descending festival. Milk mixed with lime, white sugar, honey, etc., splashing the walls of the Potala Palace over and over again, creating a sweet atmosphere. Drinking tea in a milk tea shop on Barkhor Street, the boss is a beautiful Tibetan girl, excitedly saying that she just participated in wall painting and hopes to get a good luck next year. I think this is probably the magic of the Potala Palace. No matter how many secrets are hidden behind the sunshine, it silently witnesses its divine blessings with thousands of years, and it is always the residence of the gods and Buddhas in the hearts of Tibetans. "Living in the Potala Palace, I am the greatest king in the snow; wandering on the streets of Lhasa, I am the most beautiful lover in the world." "How many secrets does a person need to hide to cleverly spend a lifetime?" The first time I walked into the Potala Palace, I was dazzled by the gold and jewels, and the story of Songtsen Gampo and Princess Wencheng put a filter on this place. The second time I came, I just wanted to see the slightly lonely Tsangyang Gyatso again. Among the statues of the living Buddhas of all generations, it seems to represent another side of this place. The only Dalai Lama who is not of Tibetan or Mongolian origin, free, romantic, full of talent, but his short life is struggling in power and fate. Behind the sunshine is the shadow, how can there be no scars under the glitz. The Potala Palace was once the supreme symbol of royal power. It observes the world with Buddha's eyes and is also full of bloody, brutal worldly stories. Legend has it that it has a huge treasure buried in the underground palace, countless rooms, and a tunnel to "Shambhala" that ordinary people cannot find. But what shocks the world is not only the invaluable wealth, but also the extremely cruel snow prison. In the few days in Lhasa, you can often see the Potala Palace from different times and angles. Under the snow mountain, it is like a painting that never gets tired of looking at. People say that it is the palace closest to heaven, sacred and pure, but I think it has an old and heavy soul, born for faith and also tired for faith. tips: There are fewer rooms open in the Potala Palace, you cannot go back when visiting, you can stroll slowly without following the group, there is no limit to the stay time. You can change tickets at the last ticket office, don't force it because of the high altitude, if you have altitude sickness, you can go down in time.

This is a pure land in the hustle and bustle of the city, Tibet is a place that people yearn for and is sacred The train to Tibet is an oxygen train Try to travel lightly, it is easy to have altitude sickness here The Potala Palace is very beautiful Take the opportunity to check in here The scenery at the top and foot of the mountain is different A place in life that is very worth visiting

This is the destination for the wandering soul, a sanctuary for the soul to rest. The front of the Jokhang Temple is covered with sunshine Brew a pot of sweet tea Chat with the Tibetans about the past of Lhasa city Watch Barkhor Street, this prayer path, still maintain its original appearance amidst the intertwining of hundreds of years of human flow Whether it's the corner of the White House Or the wooden stairs of the Red Palace There's always a song about the Potala Palace lingering Tibet holds all my fantasies about the world Every wisp of its wind carries the unique memory of the wind horse . When the Potala Palace on the Red Hill first comes into view It means you have truly arrived in the 'Sunlight City' Lhasa Today, I will share some tips for traveling in Lhasa 📸 'Photo Spot Recommendations' 1. Star Moon Bodhi Cafe 2. Nanshan Park First Viewing Platform 3. Lhasa Hilton Garden Inn Sixth Floor Cafe 4. Lalu Wetland Park North Gate 🏔 'Attraction Recommendations' .Barkhor Street: Follow the pilgrims in the prayer path to feel the power of religion .Jokhang Temple: Always considered the heart of Lhasa, and the center of faith for all of Tibet Here we will deeply and truly feel the grandeur of Buddhist teachings Feel the unshakable firmness of the Tibetan people's faith, Please be sure to ask for an official guide at the entrance, They really speak very well It can let you deeply understand the real Tibetan Buddhism. .Sera Monastery: Listen to a debate, but be sure to plan your time well to avoid missing out .Potala Palace: It is recommended to visit during the off-season, remember to book tickets in advance during the peak season, and it is not recommended to go on the first day of arrival in Lhasa, as it is easy to suffer from altitude sickness. ✈️ 'Travel Tips' For flights from Chengdu and Chongqing to Lhasa, it is recommended to sit on the left side of the plane The left side offers more and richer views of the snow-capped mountains If the left side is not available, the right side is also fine The right side offers views of snow-capped mountains such as Yaomei Peak, Queer Mountain, Sapu Mountains, Kajiao, Yelong, and Nyainqentanglha Peak 🩺 'About Altitude Sickness' .Altitude sickness is actually quite mysterious, be sure to pay attention to your rest before going to Tibet, rest well, and ensure good sleep .When staying in a hotel in Tibet, if conditions allow, prefer hotels with free oxygen supply; .Altitude sickness is generally divided into several levels: Level 1: Slight pain in the temples, similar to the headache when having a mild fever, breathing can be labored. This is very normal, do not engage in strenuous exercise, it will be fine after adapting for a while; Level 2: Unbearable headache, sleepless nights, breathing not smooth, lips and nail beds darken in color. This is a slightly more serious altitude sickness, it is best to inhale oxygen in time; Level 3: Symptoms of level 2, accompanied by vomiting/diarrhea, in this case, it is important to inhale oxygen in time and seek medical attention as soon as possible. 🆘 'Highland Essentials' .Oximeter: Essential for the highlands, can monitor your body condition at any time; .Lip balm: The highlands are very dry, keeping lips dry will be much more comfortable; .Nasal moisturizing spray: Keeping the nose dry and moist can relieve the discomfort brought by altitude sickness; .Ibuprofen: When you can't sleep due to mild altitude sickness, taking one is very effective;

🎀Tibet, Lhasa, the solemn Potala Palace, a place closest to heaven! A place that never lacks faith! It is said that either the body or the soul must be on the way! Then come to Tibet! There is also Nyingchi in Tibet, known as the 'Little Switzerland of the Jiangnan region'. Get ready to set off!!! 💛Day1: Take a plane to Lhasa - Check into a hotel🏨 💛Day2: Lhasa → Potala Palace → Yaowangshan Viewing Platform '50 RMB Viewing Platform' → Jokhang Temple Square → Tibetan Costume Photo Shoot → Lhasa Zeng 💛Day3: Lhasa → Sera Monastery Viewing Platform → Distant view of Namjagbarwa Peak → Lulang Alpine Pasture → Lulang Town🏠 💛Day4: Lulang → Yarlung Tsangpo Grand Canyon → Yarlung Tsangpo Grand Canyon 💛Day5: Nyingchi → Peach Blossom Valley or Nyang River Pavilion → Lhasa 💛Day6: Lhasa → Tibetan Legend → Yamdrok Lake Lhasa Zeng 💛Day7: Lhasa → Return to the warmth of home✈️ 🎀Special Play: ✔️Stroll through Peach Blossom Valley ✔️Wear Tibetan costumes for portrait photography ✔️Experience authentic Tibetan rural life 🎀Tips: Tibet cannot be toured in just one trip, as the region is vast and the locations of attractions are geographically complex. It is advisable to join a local tour group that includes transportation, entrance tickets, and accommodation, which is definitely a worry-free and convenient option.

In this world, there are always some places that can touch the deepest emotions of people's hearts, and Tibet is undoubtedly such a place. It's not just because it's the roof of the world, because of the world-renowned Potala Palace, because there are the highest and most snow-capped mountains in the world, because you can enjoy breathtaking natural scenery there, but also because there is the freedom and faith that countless people yearn for. The starry sky in Tibet is so deep, the brilliance of the sunrise on the golden mountain is so dazzling, and the colors of the sunset are so gorgeous. And those high mountains and lakes, whether it's Serling Tso, Namtso, or Yamdrok Lake and Mapang Yumco, are all picturesque, so beautiful that they take your breath away. Here, there is not only picturesque natural scenery, but also the most and most devout faith in the world. In this fast-paced society, people often lose themselves, and the purity and tranquility of Tibet, like a clear stream, can wash away the dust in people's hearts. However, why must one go to Tibet once in a lifetime? Perhaps everyone's answer is different. Some people are looking for their lost selves, some are looking for lost love, some are trying to escape the pressure of reality, and some are looking for a spiritual sustenance. But no matter what the reason, we are all in pursuit of that freedom and purity. We will tell ourselves, I want to go to Tibet, I want to see the world, I want to find an old friend under the snow mountain. When you pack your bags and step on this mysterious land, you will find that your heart becomes more peaceful, and you will feel that you are so harmonious with nature. You will re-recognize yourself, you will find your direction, you will understand what you really want. In Tibet, you will find that unbound freedom, you will find that inner peace and tranquility. So, no matter why you go to Tibet, no matter what you are going to face, please take this step bravely. Because only you can find your own answer, only you can find your own direction. Being born as a human, we all just want that unbound freedom, so, set off, go to Tibet, and re-recognize yourself on the journey.

📅 A four-day, three-night itinerary, taking you on a tour of Lhasa! D1 From Gonggar Airport to the hotel, then to Barkhor Street, Jokhang Temple, and Tibet Museum; D2 Visit Potala Palace, Potala Palace Square, and Yaowangshan Viewing Platform; D3 Head to Yamdrok Lake, Karola Glacier, and Yarlung Zangbo Grand Canyon Viewing Platform; D4 Take Tibetan dress photos on Barkhor Street, then head to Lhasa Railway Station. 【Things to Know Before Departure】 💥 First, the sunlight in Lhasa is really intense, with strong ultraviolet rays! Remember to do a good job with sun protection: hats, sunglasses, sunscreen, and sun-protective clothing are all essential! 🌡️ As for the climate, it's very dry, with a huge temperature difference between day and night! No matter the season, an outer coat is a must. It can be hot during the day, but sun protection is still necessary. At night or when going to higher altitudes, you'll need to wear a thick jacket or down coat! 💡 Another tip: on your first day in Lhasa, don't rush to wash your hair or take a shower, as it's easy to catch a cold. Also, don't hurry to Potala Palace, as climbing stairs without acclimating can lead to altitude sickness. 【Touring Tips】 📸 Remember to bring your ID card when going out, as you need to show it to enter Barkhor Street. Photography is not allowed inside temples, and remember to wear long pants, not skirts, shorts, or slippers. 🚗 For transportation, it takes about 70 minutes by taxi from the train station to the city center, and from the airport to the city center. You can choose the airport shuttle bus as a more economical option. In the city, it is recommended to take a taxi. 🏨 For accommodation, it is recommended to stay in a hotel with oxygen supply near Barkhor Street or Potala Palace, which has been renovated in the last two years and is equipped with oxygen machines in the rooms! 🍽️ You can't miss the local cuisine! Highland barley wine, butter tea, tsampa, yak yogurt, stone pot chicken, Tibetan yak meat hotpot, potato buns... every bite is the taste of Lhasa!

Indeed, 'the early bird catches the worm,' this saying is no lie. If you don't wake up early, you may never know how beautiful the morning in Lhasa can be! The sky changes from deep blue to light blue, then starts to turn red, until the final Tibetan blue. It's truly magnificent! Strongly recommend, wake up early, go out, and see how beautiful Lhasa's spring is! Recommended photography spots: 📍Yingqin Bridge 📍Lugu Alley 📍Barkhor Shopping Mall Skybridge 📍Cijuelin 📍Hilton Garden Inn Rooftop ⚠️Of course, if you just want to take pictures of the Potala Palace, and your hotel rooftop has a viewing platform, you don't need to wake up early, you can just go up to the rooftop to capture the Potala Palace in the morning. But if you want to take pictures of the streets, or the Lhasa River, then there's no way around it, you can only wake up early and go out. Photography time recommendation: It's getting light before seven these days in Lhasa, so it's suggested to arrive at your desired photography spot around seven, and then wait for the sunlight to slowly come up. ㊙️Precautions: 1️⃣Cijuelin, Yingqin Bridge, so early, there may not be public transport, it's recommended to drive yourself, or ride a shared electric scooter 2️⃣Although Lhasa has warmed up a lot now, it is still a bit cold before the sun comes out, so down jackets are still necessary, don't catch a cold 3️⃣Many places still require the use of a telephoto lens

📍📍In the embrace of the Roof of the World, there is a city that is not only the capital of Tibet but also the ultimate destination for countless spiritual pilgrimages—Lhasa, a place where the soul finds sanctuary. Stepping into Lhasa is like opening a window to the ancient and mysterious, to tranquility and harmony, where every ray of sunlight and every chant reveals an ineffable sanctity. 1️⃣ Explore the Potala Palace: The Watcher of History ♈️ The Potala Palace, standing atop the Red Hill, is the most dazzling jewel of Lhasa and the entire Tibetan region. It is not just a palace; it is a museum of Tibetan culture, a fortress of faith. Ascending step by step, each stone and mural tells a story of a thousand years, transporting one back to those glorious historical times. Standing at the top of the palace, overlooking the panoramic view of Lhasa, the awe and tranquility are enough to make one forget the troubles of the mundane world. 2️⃣ Turn the Prayer Wheels on Barkhor Street: Faith in the Marketplace ♉️ Barkhor Street, encircling the Jokhang Temple, is the soul of Lhasa. In the early morning, as the first rays of sunlight touch this ancient street, the flow of people turning prayer wheels has already begun their day of blessings. Following their steps, gently turning each prayer wheel, one feels the purity and devotion. On both sides, shops are filled with Tibetan handicrafts, thangkas, and Tibetan incense, each item a legacy of culture, waiting for the destined to discover. 3️⃣ Savor the Time in a Sweet Tea House: The Warmth of Life ♎️ In Lhasa, stepping into a Tibetan sweet tea house is an indispensable part of experiencing local life. Wooden tables and benches, steaming sweet tea, paired with a serving of Tibetan noodles or tsampa, time here becomes slow and cozy. People sit together, chatting, laughing, or simply gazing out the window at the blue sky and white clouds, enjoying this simple and genuine happiness. 4️⃣ Encounter Namtso: The Blue of the Heavenly Lake ♒️ Leaving the hustle and bustle of the city, driving to Namtso, there lies the world's purest blue. The lake reflects the sky, blurring the line between where the sky ends and the water begins. Standing by the lake, facing this vast expanse of blue, the soul feels thoroughly cleansed, all worries and stray thoughts carried away by the wind, leaving only peace and freedom. 5️⃣ Conclusion ♐️ Lhasa, the City of Sunlight, narrates its stories about faith, culture, and nature to every traveler in its unique way. Here, every scene is a window, through which we can glimpse a broader and deeper world. Come to Lhasa, open the window of your soul, and let this journey become the most unforgettable chapter of your life.