The Potala Palace - Tibet

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The Potala Palace, the former residence of many Dalai Lamas
The Potala Palace is a UNESCO World Heritage site that once served as the primary residence of the Dalai Lamas until the 14th Dalai Lama. Nestled in the heart of Lhasa, the capital of the Tibet Autonomous Region, China, this remarkable palace derives its name from Mount Potala, believed to be the mythical abode of bodhisattva Chenresi (Avalokitesvara). For generations, the Potala Palace played a central role in Tibetan Buddhism, housing numerous Dalai Lamas. Read more at: https://www.originalbuddhas.com/blog/the-potala-palace

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