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A historic building with intricate architecture, a clear blue sky, and a mobile device displaying information about the location. 1
A mountainous landscape with snow-capped peaks, a stone structure, and colorful prayer flags. 2
A large, multi-tiered monastery complex with a prominent golden spire, surrounded by mountainous terrain. 3
A mountainous monastery with white stupas and a clear sky. 4
The Potala Palace, a historic building complex in Lhasa, Tibet. 5
By Red Thread
Free cancellation available
The previous price was AU$10 and current price is AU$8 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h 53m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Embark on a visually striking journey through the contested streets of Lhasa. This is more than a historical walk: trace the city's transformation from incense-filled alleys in the old Tibetan quarter to the neon and concrete grids of modern Chinese boulevards. Discover how urban planning, architecture and public space can serve both cultural preservation and state control, and learn to read widened avenues, new shopping centers and ancient landmarks as parts of an unresolved storey.

    • A 4.0 km self-guided tour with 6 stops over 113 min
    • Ideal for travellers interested in Urbanism, Infrastructure & Innovation and Identity, Migration & Globalization
    • Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals
    • Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app

Activity location

  • Jokhang Temple
    • Barkhor Street, Chengguan District,
    • 850000, Lhasa, Tibet, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Jokhang Temple Square Public Security Office
    • 步行街
    • 850004, La Sa Shi, Xi Zang Zi Zhi Qu, China

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Lhasa Architecture Self Guided Podcast Tour in Multilingual

  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 53 minutes1h 53m
    1h 53m
  • Opening hours: Wed 12:00 am-11:59 pm
  • English
Price details
AU$9.72
AU$7.78 x 1 AdultAU$7.78
Total
The previous price was AU$9.72 and current price is AU$7.78
20% off

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Verified facts woven into an engaging storey
  • Inclusions
    Interactive in-app guide for questions about the storey and surroundings
  • Inclusions
    Precise navigation between the stops
  • Inclusions
    Immersive podcast-style audio featuring experts and locals

Know before you book

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Jokhang Temple

  • 10m
The spiritual epicentre of Tibetan Buddhism, now framed by a controversial, state-built modern plaza.

Chongsaikang

  • 10m
A bustling, traditional Tibetan market showcasing organic architecture and pre-industrial commerce.

Lhasa Great Mosque

  • 10m
A historic mosque highlighting the pre-modern diversity of Lhasa and the fading Kache (Tibetan Muslim) community.

Beijing East Road

  • 10m
The stark transition zone where narrow Tibetan alleys bleed into wide, grid-based Chinese urban planning.

Beijing Middle Road

  • 10m
A contemporary shopping centre reflecting modern consumerism and the commodification of Tibetan culture.

The Potala Palace Square

  • 10m
The ultimate juxtaposition: the ancient Potala Palace overlooking a vast, politically charged modern plaza.

Location

Activity location

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    Jokhang Temple
    • Barkhor Street, Chengguan District,
    • 850000, Lhasa, Tibet, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Jokhang Temple Square Public Security Office
    • 步行街
    • 850004, La Sa Shi, Xi Zang Zi Zhi Qu, China

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