Potala Palace Photography Guide | 5 Iconic Photo Spots

📸【Must-Visit Photo Spots】

1. Yaowang Mountain Viewing Platform 💰Match the view on the 50 RMB note! Arrive 30 minutes before sunrise to secure the best spot. (Entrance fee: 2 RMB)

2. Zongjiao Lukang Park 🌊Capture the palace's reflection on the lake with golden sunlight. Best time: 4 PM for stunning backlit shots.

3. Nanshan Park Glass Viewing Platform 🏞️Enjoy a panoramic view of Lhasa. Perfect for evening shots featuring the city and palace together.

4. Barkhor Mall Overpass 🚦Use a telephoto lens to capture the traffic and palace in one frame for a cinematic vibe.

5. Potala Palace Square 🪞Shoot reflections using mirrors. At night, combine the illuminated palace with fountains and a starry sky for breathtaking photos.

🏨【Oxygen-Enriched Hotel】
📍Lhasa Spring & Autumn Oxygen-Enriched Hotel (No. 12 Yutuo Road)
✅10-minute walk to Potala Palace, 24-hour oxygen supply, plus complimentary stewed snow pear with Rhodiola.
✅Next to Guangming Gangqiong Sweet Tea House—start your day with a cup of butter tea for an energy boost!

💡【Super Useful Tips】

1. Book tickets 7 days in advance via the "Potala Palace Ticketing System." Line 1 costs 200 RMB and offers access to more exhibits.

2. Wear solid-colored long dresses and shawls; avoid shorts or sleeveless tops (prohibited inside the palace).

3. Move slowly due to high altitude. Hotels provide free oxygen bottles for emergencies!