The Potala Palace served as the seat of the Dalai Lamas and the Tibetan government for centuries. Since China's annexation of the region, it has also become a major tourist attraction. Photo: Getty ...

An impressive display of Tibetan pride, Potala Palace is truly a royal sight. The palace was formerly home to the Dalai Lama. Sitting atop Red Mountain, travelers come from all over the world to ...

Perched atop Red Mountain in the western part of the Lhasa Valley, the Potala Palace looms over its surroundings at a staggering 3,700 meters above sea level (Mt. Fuji stands 3,776 meters tall). The ...

Situated in the red hills of Lhasa, Tibet Autonomous Region, the Potala Palace (布达拉宫) is considered as the pearl of Tibet. It combines the functions of a palace, castle and temple into one magnificent ...

Researchers recently identified a new genus and species of insect within the iconic wooden structures of the Potala Palace in Lhasa, Xizang autonomous region, according to a report by Xizang Daily.