BEIJING — Chinese authorities have closed Tibet’s famed Potala Palace after a minor outbreak of COVID-19 was reported in the Himalayan region. The action underscores China’s continued adherence to its ...

An impressive display of Tibetan pride, Potala Palace is truly a royal sight. The palace was formerly home to the Dalai Lama. Sitting atop Red Mountain, travelers come from all over the world to ...

LHASA, Tibet (China Daily/ANN) — Perched on crimson shoulders, Potala ascends a celestial stairway. Alabaster walls cradle golden roofs. Ancient stones murmur mantras, corridors breathe incense.

BEIJING — China has tightened restrictions on advertising and construction outside Tibet’s famed Potala Palace, following calls from the United Nations to better preserve the UNESCO World Heritage ...

Perched atop Red Mountain in the western part of the Lhasa Valley, the Potala Palace looms over its surroundings at a staggering 3,700 meters above sea level (Mt. Fuji stands 3,776 meters tall). The ...

Uncontrolled urban development and expansion of tourism-related facilities in and adjacent to the boundary of the property ; Negative impact of the rehabilitation projects on the protection of the ...

Situated in the red hills of Lhasa, Tibet Autonomous Region, the Potala Palace (布达拉宫) is considered as the pearl of Tibet. It combines the functions of a palace, castle and temple into one magnificent ...

Nov. 9, 2006 — -- For centuries, Tibet developed a remarkable and entirely unique culture. The country, hidden behind the highest mountains on earth, spreads across a plateau that is, on average, ...

Asian Migrant Women Are Trapped in Lebanon’s Abusive ‘Kafala’ System Perched atop Red Mountain in the western part of the Lhasa Valley, the Potala Palace looms over its surroundings at a staggering ...