Jokhang

大昭寺

temple in Lhasa

#5 in Lhasa / #52 in China

by Pavel Špindler

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Jokhang, located in Lhasa, Tibet, is one of the most sacred and important temples in Tibetan Buddhism. Founded in the 7th century by King Songtsen Gampo, it is believed to house a revered statue of the Buddha that was brought to Tibet by his Chinese bride, Princess Wencheng. The temple's architecture is a blend of Indian, Tibetan, and Nepalese styles, reflecting the diverse cultural influences that have shaped Tibetan history. Jokhang is a focal point for pilgrims who travel from all over Tibet to prostrate themselves and circumambulate around the temple's sacred precincts.

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