Saturday, 27 April 2019
The Jokhang Temple is the most important temple in Tibet. It was built in 639 CE, soon after the arrival of Buddhism to Tibet, and was built on a site where a demoness supposedly slept underground.
The Jokhang Temple is the most important temple in Tibet. It was built in 639 CE, soon after the arrival of Buddhism to Tibet, and was built on a site where a demoness supposedly slept underground.
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| The large square in front of the Jokhang Temple. There was a heavy military presence in this area, with soldiers on duty and heavy-duty riot gear at the ready. |
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| A large incense burner in front of the temple. |
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| The temple entrance. |
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| The main courtyard inside the temple. |
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| Entry to the inner temple. No photographs are allowed inside. |
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| Every inch is colorfully painted. |
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| Rows of butter lamps. |
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