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This Buddha statue is typical of what can be found in Tibetan monasteries. It is rare to be able to take pictures. The Tibetans cover these figures in silk cloth and put money as offerings as well. The Buddha figure can be recognised based on the position of his hands, symbolising various representations.
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Xigaze is the second largest city in Tibet with around 40.000 inhabitants. Xigaze is an important city because it is the seat of the Panchen Lama, Tsong Khapa, the originator of the Yellow Hat Sect or...
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Shigatse - home of the Tashilhunpo Monastery
Shigatse is the second biggest city in Tibet and capital of the Tsang Province. The main highlight of this place is the magnificent Tashilhunpo Monastery. It is one of the six great Gelugpa...
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Xigaze, the Panchen Lama residence
Xigaze (or Shigatse) is located 250 km south west of Lhasa, along the Friendship Highway. It is the second largest city of Tibet. And it is the traditional home of the Panchen Lama. The Panchen Lama...
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XIGAZE OR SHIGATSE - EITHER WAY, GASUNHEIT!
I've got some interesting experiences in Xigaze. I'd love to share with you the 2 tips I've written, the 5 photos uploaded, and 0 travelogues I've created.
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The drive to Shigatse is a relatively short one from Gyantse predominantly along the valley floor before arriving at Tibet's 2nd largest city. It is the seat of the Panchen Lama who ranks close to...
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