Exploring Tibet: A Journey of the Soul, Meeting the Self
🏔️"Suddenly, I want to go to Tibet"🌈
This is the summit of thousands of mountains, the source of myriad rivers, this is Tibet, the mysterious land atop the roof of the world. The mountains are captivating, the great lakes deeply tranquil, amidst the clouds, rain, frost, and the mortal world, here lies a memory code that shakes the soul.
🛣️Why is Tibet so enchanting?
The streets of Lhasa are bathed in sunlight, red walls and golden roofs whisper secrets of a millennium. Prayer wheels spin, Sanskrit chants resonate, the power of faith is a miracle that transcends time and space.
🏞️【Why go to Tibet? This is the answer】
A day in Lhasa is to see all beings and oneself. Potala Palace is endlessly fascinating, it is an eternal dream, a legend of thousands of years. Jokhang Temple is never enough, it is a realm of transience, a faith of thousands of years. Barkhor Street is endlessly charming, it is an old street, a piece of ancient affection, a legacy of love.
🚶♂️【In Nyingchi, take a good walk with oneself】
On the third day of the trip, we walk alongside the Nyang River. Taking a transfer vehicle, we pass through the primeval forest to reach the remote Sangtung pasture. Then, embark on a 6-8 kilometer experiential hike. Walking past streams reflecting snow-capped peaks, over mountain paths with fallen dry trees, deep into the forest to the glaciers, and finally arriving at the tranquil shores of Nyingchi Lake.
🏨【Stay in an oxygen bar, breathe with nature】
Awaken in the oxygen bar in the early morning. While there are fewer visitors, stroll onto the heart of the lake's island. The island, like a gem set in the emerald lake, leisurely wander in the over 600-year-old Tsodzong Gompa, quietly admiring the lake's hues.
🏞️【Enter Sosong Village, encounter another perspective of the great canyon】
Sosong Village, beneath is the ever-flowing Yarlung Tsangpo, looking up at Namcha Barwa, the village is dotted with century-old wild ancient trees. Admire the grandeur of the canyon from another perspective, with a view of Namcha Barwa peak right outside the window of the residence.
🌄【After Namcha Barwa, there is no sunset to look back on】
Approaching Namcha Barwa, one of the world's most beautiful peaks, we first take a scenic shuttle to tour the canyon area, delving deep under the mountains and snow peaks, feeling the shock of the world's most charming canyon.
🏰【Whoever sees Samye Monastery, can avoid the gates of evil realms】
Samye Monastery, this sacred land, every brick and tile is imbued with ancient wisdom, every ray of sunlight is filled with holy blessings. I step into that solemn hall, feeling the universal illumination of Buddha's light.
🌿【Every step, a trace of the soul】
If the Zen sounds of a simple practice ground are the mountain springs, then the Buddha's words here are the pervasive sunlight: warm, bright, cleansing the soul.
💧【The blue Yamdrok Lake, with a spirited heart】
What exactly does Yamdrok Lake resemble, like a dream. This dream traverses the peaks of snow mountains, under the blue sky, beside the grasslands, it reflects myriad scenes, it tells endless stories.
🌾【To obtain a fragrance, is to touch all things in the world】
Handmade Tibetan incense production is a dance of the soul, a soaring of thoughts. When our fingers gently touch the spices, it's as if we've touched the soul of nature.
Everyone has their own "holy land." It might be a starry sky, a grassland, or perhaps expectations hidden in the heart. Some say, one day, the holy land will be Tibet.
Barkor Street where you can buy souvenirs for a fair price. On weekends you will find many locals on their way to Jokhang Temple. If you want some Western food, I’m this street also has a KFC and Pizza Hut.
Barkhor Street is the main street in Lhasa. The whole street is a historical building, architectural style, color is full of Tibetan colors. It is a must-visit place for tourists, but it is not too commercial at all. The shops are all local small shops. There are no chain stores of that kind of capital, which are very distinctive. There are many public toilets and they are still clean. The overall health is good. There are also many choices in the restaurant teahouse, a good place to eat, drink and play.
One of Lhasa's most famous commercial streets, all kinds of Tibetan-style shops are in scale, must go to take a set of Tibetan-style photo, put on a gorgeous Tibetan costume and walk on Barkhor Street to feel the happiness of Tibetans! Sitting on the bar terrace at night overlooking the cloth palace, full of stars, feeling the surprise of the stars.
The temple is particularly large, with a long history of architecture and many worshippers. We listened to the explanation while traveling, which was shocked by Tibetan Buddhist culture.
What to play in Barkhor Street, arrange! Come to Barkhor Street, Tibetan photography is indispensable, you may step on Leiha, but it is still possible to experience Tibetan clothes. There is also a round Barkhor Street, you can see many Tibetan fellows with long heads, you can feel the power of the heart. For lunch, I recommend the Chijiang Laran Ancient Courtyard kitchen in Barkhor Street. It is a Nepalese meal. Although the price is small, it is delicious and the environment is particularly good. It is very comfortable in the yard on the first floor of the hotel in Chijiang La. In the afternoon, you can go to the Jokhang Temple. In the evening, you can go to the night market of the mosque to eat some snacks. The fruit is very cheap. It is a little later. You can go to the cafe on the roof of the Gorkha Hotel to eat and drink at 8 o'clock. There is an observation deck on the roof to see the night view of the Potala Palace. It is very shocking. You can also go to the cafe on the roof of the Cidu Hotel next to it. The view is also very good. The hotels and B&Bs in Barkhor Street are very distinctive. It is good to choose a night market at night.
In Tibetan, "octhor" means "transit scriptures". Barkhor Street is also known as Bajiao Street, located in Chengguan District, Lhasa City, is a famous transistor and commercial center in Lhasa, which preserves the traditional appearance and living style of the ancient city. The original street of Barkhor Street is only a single transit road around the Jokhang Temple, known as the "holy road" by Tibetans. It is gradually expanding into a large old-fashioned block around the Jokhang Temple. Barkhor Street is a polygonal street ring composed of Barkhor East Street, Barkhor West Street, Barkhor South Street and Barkhor North Street. The circumference is about 1000 meters. There are many forks in the street, with 35 streets and alleys. Barkhor Street belongs to the Barkhor Street office in Chengguan District, under the jurisdiction of 4 neighborhood committees and 199 residential compound.
Every city has a street with a distinctive history. Lhasa naturally also has it, that is Barkhor Street, unique houses, endless crowds, Tibetan-style goods, and then walking with the crowd is a wonderful journey.