Potala Palace, located in Lhasa, Tibet, is an iconic symbol of Tibetan Buddhism and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Originally built in the 7th century during the reign of King Songtsen Gampo, it was expanded into its current form in the 17th century and served as the winter residence of the Dalai Lamas.

Perched at an altitude of 3,700 meters (12,139 feet) on Marpo Ri Hill, the palace is renowned for its impressive architecture, featuring a striking combination of white and red structures. The interior houses numerous chapels, shrines, and halls, adorned with exquisite murals, statues, and thangkas that showcase Tibetan art and culture.

Opening time: High seasons(May. 1st to Oct. 31st): 9:00-16:00(Stop entry time: 15:40)
                         Low seasons(Nov. 1st to Apr. 30th): 9:30-16:00(Stop entry time: 15:20)

Tickets: High seasons(May. 1st to Oct. 31st): Full-price adult tickets: RMB 200/each.
              Low seasons(Nov. 1st to Apr. 30th): Full-price adult tickets: RMB 100/each.

Address: No.35, Beijing Middle Road, Chengguan District, Lhasa, Tibet Autonomous Region, China.

Included with every escorted tour