Discover Lhasa's Hidden Free Attractions—Don't Miss Out on Checking Them In
🧭Today, Shandao recommends the Lhasa River Water Conservancy Scenic Area, an absolutely free attraction with a great location. It's just a ten-minute walk to Barkhor Street and Potala Palace Square.
🗻The Lhasa River, the mother river of Lhasa, stands quietly in the embrace of the city like an elegant lady. With her graceful figure, she showcases the charm of nature.
👣The clear river water, like her eyes, sparkles with crystal-clear light; the lush vegetation, like her hair, gently sways in the wind.
🗣Standing by the river, one can feel the slow passage of time, as if in a secluded fairyland. Looking out at the glittering river, a sense of peace and harmony spontaneously arises in one's heart.
💐Crossing the river, you'll see the Potala Palace, perched atop Red Hill, standing solemnly like a guardian, witnessing the vicissitudes of Lhasa. In front of the Jokhang Temple, the devout prostrate themselves, their faith and perseverance inspiring awe.
👉Shandao's travel tip is to choose a clear morning or dusk when the sunlight gently blankets the earth. Stroll along the banks of the Lhasa River, listen to the murmuring water, and feel the breath of nature.
🏔Or, you could bring a beloved book and sit on the grass by the river, enjoying the tranquility and comfort.
🚩This is the unique way to travel in 'Slow Lhasa.'
🧭As for scheduling, Shandao believes that here, every day can be spent slowly, as picturesque as a poem.
💮Of course, if it's your first time in Lhasa and you want to explore more attractions, then taking a short time out of a two to three-day itinerary to visit here would be a good choice.
🏨Hotel Recommendations
Lhasa Hotel
Lhasa Xinhua Guesthouse
Yaduo Hotel on Potala Palace Square