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The Jokhang

The Jokhang, also known in Tibetan as the Tsuglhakang, is the most revered religious structure in Tibet. The Jokhang is in the heart of the old Tibetan part of Lhasa. It is surrounded by the Barkhor, Lhasa's most interesting kora or pilgrimage circuit. It's a fascinating area as it is the spiritual heart of the Holy City and the main commercial district for Tibetans.

Tibetan pilgrims walking the Barkhor Kora in front of the Jokhang. Lhasa, Tibet, China Tibetan pilgrims near the entrance of the Jokhang. Lhasa, Tibet, ChinaPrayer wheels, yak-butter lamps, a Tibetan pilgrim and the ethernal knot. Lhasa, Tibet, ChinaYoung cowboy-style Tibetan pilgrims. Lhasa, Tibet, China  Young Tibetan monks in a debating session. Lhasa, Tibet, China Tibetan pilgrims in front of the Jokhang. Lhasa, Tibet, China The silhouettes of Tibetan pilgrims on the Barkhor Kora around the Jokhang. Lhasa, Tibet, ChinaOld Tibetan pilgrim in front of prayer flags. Lhasa, Tibet, China Tibetan pilgrims prostrating in front of the Jokhang early in the morning. Lhasa, Tibet, ChinaThe Jokhang square by night. Lhasa, Tibet, China

 
Children playing on the Jokhang square. Lhasa, Tibet, China  Tibetan pilgrim in front of the Jokhang. Lhasa, Tibet, ChinaTibetan pilgrims and monks walking the Barkhor Kora. Lhasa, Tibet, China A girl with a Buddha amulet playing on the Jokhang square. Lhasa, Tibet, ChinaA Chinese girl playing on the Jokhang square. Lhasa, Tibet, China  Tibetan pilgrim, as friendly as ever. Lhasa, Tibet, China  Yak-butter lamps light the darkness. Lhasa, Tibet, China  Tibetan youth. Lhasa, Tibet, China The silhouettes of Tibetan pilgrims on the Barkhor Kora around the Jokhang. Lhasa, Tibet, ChinaTibetan pilgrims wearing chubas (long-sleeved sheepskin cloaks). Lhasa, Tibet, China Tibetan bells, praying wheels and singing bowls are among the many souvenirs found in the stalls around the Jokhang. Lhasa, Tibet, China
 
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