This 1300-year-old, golden-roofed building at the center of the Barkhor is the spiritual heart of both the city and of the Tibetan world. It is the principle geomantic power place in Tibet and houses some of its most valuable art treasures.
There is a 12-year-old Sakyamuni statue that is the gem of the temple, which was brought by Princess Wencheng in 7th century. The smell of yak butter candles and juniper incense mix together in the air.
