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The Potala Palace in milky white is a must-see in your lifetime

Potala Palace Address🕹️: No. 35 Beijing Middle Road, Chengguan District, Lhasa Opening Hours⏱️: Summer (April 10 - October 29) 9:00-15:30; Winter (October 30 - April 9 of the following year) 10:00-13:30 (It is recommended to book tickets in advance) Travel tips: The Potala Palace is not only a landmark building in Tibet, but also a sacred place of Tibetan Buddhism. Please respect local beliefs and customs when visiting, dress appropriately, and avoid making loud noises. It is recommended to visit in the morning or evening when the light is soft and more suitable for taking pictures. Must-see attractions 🌄: Red Palace, White Palace, Golden Roof, murals, stupas, etc. Don't miss the Treasure Museum, known as the "Pearl on the Roof of the World". Tips⚠️: Altitude sickness is a common problem. It is recommended to prepare anti-altitude sickness medicines in advance, such as Rhodiola Rosea and oxygen tanks. In addition, there are many areas in the Potala Palace where photography is prohibited, so please abide by the regulations. Yamdrok Lake Address: About 70 kilometers away from Lhasa city, located in Langkazi County, Shannan Prefecture Best viewing time: Early morning or evening, when the light is soft, the lake is like a mirror, and the scenery is particularly charming. Must-see scenery: Yamdrok Lake is known as "a fairyland in the sky, Yamdrok in the world". The lake water changes with the light to present different shades of blue, from Tiffany blue to deep sapphire blue, which is breathtakingly beautiful. Surrounded by snow-capped mountains, especially the magnificent reflection of Mount Namjagbarwa, it is a must-see landscape. Travel tips: You can choose to drive by yourself or join a day tour. Although the journey is long, the scenery along the way is equally exciting. For example, when passing through the Gambala Pass, you can overlook the magnificent scenery of snow-capped mountains and lakes. Tips: The climate in high-altitude areas is changeable, so please bring enough warm clothes and sunscreen. In addition, in order to protect the ecological environment, please do not litter by the lake. Food recommendations🍳 - Lhasa special snacks: sweet tea, zanba, butter tea, yak hot pot, etc. It is recommended to experience authentic Tibetan flavors in small shops near Barkhor Street. - Surrounding delicacies: On the way to Yamdrok Lake, you can try Tibetan picnics made by local herders, such as zanba and dried beef, to experience a different kind of outdoor dining pleasure. tips: The Potala Palace and Yamdrok Lake, one palace and one lake, together constitute the most shocking landscape in Tibet. Whether you are exploring historical traces or pursuing natural beauty, this is a travel destination not to be missed. Remember to respect the local culture and protect the natural environment, so that every trip becomes a spiritual journey.
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