Barkhor Street is the oldest and the most famous street in Lhasa City. It is located at the heart of Lhasa city, circling the Jokhang Temple. It was the biggest marketplace in ancient Tibet. Nowadays, it consists of shops, restaurants, hotels, and also temples. Barkhor is the busiest street in Lhasa and receives thousands of domestic and international tourists and pilgrims.
Some highlight places around the street are Barkhor Square, Tromsikhang Market, and the Mosque. Barkhor Square is located in front of Jokhang Temple and has been an important site for hosting religious ceremonies like Molam Chenmo, during special religious festivals. Tromsikhang Market is the busiest market on Barkhor Street; local Tibetan traders and Chinese traders visit this place to do business. Lhasa Mosque is the largest Mosque in Tibet. It was constructed in 1716 by immigrants from Ladakh and Kashmir in the 17th century.
Some highlight places around Barkhor Street are Barkhor Square, Tromsikhang Market, and the Mosque. Barkhor Square is located in front of Jokhang Temple and has been an important site for hosting religious ceremonies like Molam Chenmo. Tromsikhang Market is the busiest market on the street; local Tibetan traders and Chinese traders visit this place to do business. Lhasa Mosque is the largest Mosque in Tibet. It was constructed in 1716 by immigrants from Ladakh and Kashmir in the 17th century.
