Princess Wencheng’s 1,300-Year-Old Journey to Lhasa
Explore Princess Wencheng’s 1,300-year-old trek from Xi’an in the Chinese mainland to Lhasa, immortalized in a Potala Palace mural that bridges culture and history.
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Inside the Hidden 1,300-Year-Old Cave at Potala Palace
Discover the 1,300-year-old meditation cave hidden inside Lhasa’s Potala Palace, complete with its original stove and carved alcoves—a secret journey for curious travelers.
How the Golden Urn Shapes the Dalai Lama’s Reincarnation
Explore the history of the Golden Urn Lottery, a system introduced by Emperor Qianlong to ensure fair selection of the Dalai Lama, preventing corruption and reinforcing state sovereignty.
Sun and Moon: The Legendary Origins of Tibet’s Riyue Mountain
Discover the legend behind Tibet’s Riyue Mountain and its historical significance in Jokhang Temple.