Alongside Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple is one of the most important sites in Tibet. The Jokhang Temple was built in the seventh century to promote Buddhism in Tibet, and as such earned the ...

Few of us actually delve into the world of Tibetan temples but Touch China does, for it brings with it a chance for you to get to know and understand more about Tibetan Buddhism and the ever-present ...

Reporting from BEIJING — A fire broke out at Tibet’s most sacred temple on Saturday, and the public knows no more. The blaze may have severely damaged the 1,300 year-old temple and many of its ...

BEIJING (Reuters) - Buddhist temples and monasteries in Tibet must become propaganda centres for the ruling Communist Party, where monks and nuns learn to "revere" science and appreciate the party's ...

Fire appears to have engulfed the gilded roof of Tibetan Buddhism's holiest temple, though details on the extent of the damage are scarce even two days later. Chinese state-controlled media confirmed ...

At 12,139 feet above sea level, Potala is the highest palace in the world. The 1,300-year-old structure was originally built as a gesture of love, commissioned by Tibetan king Songtsen Gambo for his ...

Tibet is attractive and charismatic for both Europeans and Chinese. However, it is still considered a luxury for many people to visit Tibet, known as the "Roof of the World." Besides, some people are ...

Fire appears to have engulfed the gilded roof of Tibetan Buddhism’s holiest temple, though details on the extent of the damage are scarce even two days later. Chinese state-controlled media confirmed ...