Discover Tibet's Rich History: Museums & Monasteries

Museums and Historic Places to Visit in Tibet Autonomous Region

Name Description Location
Tibet Museum The Tibet Museum is the first modern museum in Tibet. It has a collection of over 30,000 artifacts related to Tibetan history, culture, and art. The museum also has a section dedicated to the Chinese invasion of Tibet and the subsequent resistance movement. Lhasa
Potala Palace The Potala Palace is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and was the residence of the Dalai Lama until the 14th Dalai Lama fled to India during the 1959 Tibetan uprising. The palace has over 1,000 rooms and is known for its stunning architecture and religious significance. Lhasa
Jokhang Temple The Jokhang Temple is a Buddhist temple in the heart of Lhasa and is considered one of the most sacred temples in Tibet. It was built in the 7th century and houses many important Buddhist relics, including a statue of the Buddha brought to Tibet by Princess Wencheng. Lhasa
Norbulingka Palace The Norbulingka Palace is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and was the summer residence of the Dalai Lama. It has beautiful gardens and is known for its unique Tibetan architecture. Lhasa
Ganden Monastery The Ganden Monastery is one of the three great monasteries of the Gelug school of Tibetan Buddhism. It was founded in 1409 and is known for its stunning views of the surrounding mountains. Lhasa
Sera Monastery The Sera Monastery is another important Gelug monastery in Lhasa. It was founded in the 15th century and is known for its debating monks. Lhasa
Tashilhunpo Monastery The Tashilhunpo Monastery is the traditional seat of the Panchen Lama and is located in Shigatse. It was founded in 1447 and is known for its stunning golden roof and giant statue of the Maitreya Buddha. Shigatse
Sakya Monastery The Sakya Monastery is located in Sakya and is known for its unique architecture and extensive collection of Buddhist scriptures. It was founded in 1073 and is an important center of the Sakya school of Tibetan Buddhism. Sakya

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