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The Potala Palace is located on the northwestern Marbur Mountain in Lhasa, the capital of the Tibet Autonomous Region, at an altitude of 3,700 meters, covering a total area of 360,000 square meters. It is the highest palace in the world, a magnificent building that integrates palaces, castles, and temples, and is also the largest and most complete ancient palace complex in Tibet. It was originally built in the 7th century during the reign of Songtsen Gampo. The main structure consists of the White Palace and the Red Palace, with a thirteen-story main building that includes sleeping quarters, Buddha halls, stupa halls, and monk dormitories. The design, layout, materials, craftsmanship, and decorations of the existing Potala Palace have preserved the historical state since its construction in the 7th century, reflecting the authenticity of its numerous significant expansions and reconstructions. The architectural achievements of the Potala Palace are as remarkable as the building itself. As a sacred site of Tibetan Buddhism, countless pilgrims and tourists visit the Potala Palace every year. They generally start from the foot of the mountain at an unmarked stone tablet, proceed along a winding stone-paved slope, and reach the east gate adorned with large murals of the Four Great Kings, entering the main hall through a tunnel in the palace wall that is 4 meters thick. Visitors to the Potala Palace must adhere to all Tibetan Buddhist taboos, such as not wearing hats, not taking photos inside the palace, and not stepping on the threshold. All tourists are required to complete their visit within one hour, so attention is needed during the tour.
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