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The Potala Palace above Lhasa, Tibet

The Fourteen Dalai Lamas of Tibet

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The tradition of the Dalai Lama actually began in the 16th century with Sonam Gyatso, the Third Dalai Lama of Tibet. It has long been believed by practitioners of the Buddhist faith that all sentient...

Destinations: Lhasa | Tibet
Topics: Religion | 20th Century History | Ancient History
Potala Palace contains many original statues, scrolls, and other Buddhist/Tibetan artifacts. It is an important site for Tibetan pilgrims and is open to the public as a museum.

The Don Juan of Dalai Lamas

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* * * * * I sought my lover at twilight Snow fell at daybreak. Residing at the Potala I am Rigdzin Tsangyang Gaytso But in the back alleys of Shol-town I am rake and stud. Secret or not No matter.

Destinations: Lhasa | Tibet
Topics: People | Literature | Religion | Ancient History
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