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Jokhang Temple, Lhasa

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Things to Do Near Jokhang Temple, Lhasa

4 stops within 2 km of Jokhang Temple. A sample itinerary that PreeChina can turn into a private, custom or tailor-made tour.

1 day4 stopsStart: Jokhang TempleWithin 2 kmFrom USD 305 per person, 2 travelers

At a Glance

Route Quick Facts

Anchor
Jokhang Temple (大昭寺)
Stops
4, anchor first
Radius
All within 2 km of the anchor
City
Lhasa
Anchor to Centre
1 km, straight line
Length
1 day

Price

Price of This Private Tour

Per person, in US dollars. The price covers the guide, the ground service, and the transport, meals and tickets in the itinerary, and it falls as the group grows. This route is customized for the region, so the figures are a starting point. What a price includes and leaves out.

Estimated price per person for Things to Do Near Jokhang Temple, Lhasa, by number of travelers
Travelers246810152030
Day tripUSD 305USD 220USD 185USD 175USD 160USD 155USD 145USD 135

Premium hotels and first-class rail raise the price: the selectors on Private Tours show by how much. The final price is confirmed in writing before anything is booked.

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Why This Route

Jokhang Temple and What Lies Within Reach

First built in the 7th century. It enshrines the life-size statue of Shakyamuni at age twelve and is the centre of pilgrimage for Tibetan Buddhists.

Jokhang Temple lies 1 km from central Lhasa in a straight line. This route stays within 2 km of it. The stops are Barkhor Street, Historic Ensemble of the Potala Palace, Zongjiao Lukang Park.

The Lhasa city guide covers the city itself.

Itinerary

Jokhang Temple Itinerary: 4 Stops Around It

The Day

  1. 1

    Jokhang Temple (大昭寺). First built in the 7th century.Start here.

  2. 2

    Barkhor Street (八廓街). The pilgrim circuit around Jokhang Temple and a shopping street of the old town.0.2 km from the previous stop, 0.2 km from Jokhang Temple, straight line

  3. 3

    Historic Ensemble of the Potala Palace (拉萨布达拉宫历史建筑群). A World Heritage site made up of three parts: the Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple and Norbulingka.1.3 km from the previous stop, 1.5 km from Jokhang Temple, straight line

  4. 4

    Zongjiao Lukang Park (宗角禄康). The pool behind the Potala, dug when builders took earth for the palace, and the standard place to photograph the palace in reflection.0.3 km from the previous stop, 1.5 km from Jokhang Temple, straight line

Stops run from Jokhang Temple outward, each next stop being the closest one left. We do not list clock times here: your private itinerary sets the pace, the order and the start time with you.

Map

Map of the Stops

The gold marker is Jokhang Temple. Numbers follow the route order. We do not draw a line because it would not follow roads.

Stop by Stop

The Stops

Jokhang Temple, UNESCO Site
1
UNESCO Site

Jokhang Temple (大昭寺)

Start of the route

First built in the 7th century. It enshrines the life-size statue of Shakyamuni at age twelve and is the centre of pilgrimage for Tibetan Buddhists.

Barkhor Street, Historic Lane
2
Historic Lane

Barkhor Street (八廓街)

0.2 km from Jokhang Temple, straight line

The pilgrim circuit around Jokhang Temple and a shopping street of the old town.

Historic Ensemble of the Potala Palace, UNESCO Site
3
UNESCO Site

Historic Ensemble of the Potala Palace (拉萨布达拉宫历史建筑群)

1.5 km from Jokhang Temple, straight line

A World Heritage site made up of three parts: the Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple and Norbulingka.

4
Park

Zongjiao Lukang Park (宗角禄康)

1.5 km from Jokhang Temple, straight line

The pool behind the Potala, dug when builders took earth for the palace, and the standard place to photograph the palace in reflection. At 3,650 m, sources describe it as the highest city park anywhere.

Distances

Distance From Jokhang Temple

#StopTypeFrom Jokhang TempleFrom previous
1Jokhang TempleUNESCO Site--
2Barkhor StreetHistoric Lane0.2 km0.2 km
3Historic Ensemble of the Potala PalaceUNESCO Site1.5 km1.3 km
4Zongjiao Lukang ParkPark1.5 km0.3 km

Straight-line distances. Road distances are longer.

Independent Travel

Doing This Route Independently

Arranging these 4 stops yourself keeps the budget lower. It also means booking each one and the transfers between them. Compare a private tour with independent travel, or ask PreeChina to plan it.

Custom Tour

Turn This Into a Private, Custom Tour

This route is a starting point: 1 day and 4 stops. PreeChina plans it as a private, tailor-made trip and changes the stops, the days and the pace to your group.

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Questions

FAQ

How far is Jokhang Temple from central Lhasa?

Jokhang Temple lies 1 km from central Lhasa in a straight line. The road distance is longer.

What is near Jokhang Temple?

The stops on this route, with straight-line distances from Jokhang Temple, are Barkhor Street (0.2 km), Historic Ensemble of the Potala Palace (1.5 km), Zongjiao Lukang Park (1.5 km).

Which stop is closest to Jokhang Temple?

Barkhor Street, at 0.2 km in a straight line.

How many days does this route need?

We plan it as 1 day. Your private itinerary sets the pace and the order with you.

Who is this route not a good fit for?

A traveler who cannot manage long transfers or limited facilities. This route runs through a remote region, so plan for long travel days and a slower pace.

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Plan This Route as Your Private Tour

Tell us when you arrive in Lhasa, who is travelling and how much time you have. We build the route around your group.

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