Lhasa

Differing from the inland cities and other places in Tibet,Lhasa is unique with an allure all of its own.In the Tibetan language,Lhasa means the Holy Land or the Buddha Land.It is the center of Tibet's politics,economy and culture.The city has also been appointed as one of the 24 historical and cultural cities of China.The splendor and grandeur of the Potala Palace in Lhasa remains a world－famous symbol of the enigmatic power of politics and religion in this region.