Did You Know These Facts About Potala Palace ?
The Potala Palace in Lhasa, Tibet, served as the winter residence of the Dalai Lamas until the 14th Dalai Lama fled to India during the 1959 Tibetan uprising.
It is named after Mount Potalaka, the mythical abode of the bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara.
The Potala Palace is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is noted for its vast array of intricate murals, beautiful statues, and tombs of past Dalai Lamas.
Due to its historical and religious significance, the Potala Palace is a major attraction for both pilgrims and tourists.
The palace is an architectural wonder, constructed on the slopes of Marpo Ri hill and comprises the White Palace and the Red Palace along with additional buildings.
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Potala Palace, Lhasa, Tibet
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Latitude: 29.652
Longitude: 91.1721
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