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Pilgrims waiting outside Jokhang #53466296
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At the last day of Chinese traditional year, Pilgrims are waiting outside the Jokhang to see the budda and pray best wishes of new year.The Jokhang , also called the Qokang Monastery, Jokang, Jokhang Temple, Jokhang Monastery or Zuglagkang, is located on Barkhor Square in Lhasa, Tibet Autonomous Region, China. For most Tibetans it is the most sacred and important temple in Tibet. The temple's architectural style is a mixture of Indian vihara design, Chinese Tang Dynasty design, and Nepalese design. Along with the Potala Palace, it is probably the most popular tourist attraction in Lhasa. It is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Historic Ensemble of the Potala Palace, and a spiritual centre of Lhasa.The Dharmachakra is one of the Ashtamangala symbols of Buddhism. Taken in Spring Festival, 2015.
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