Daily life in the secret land of Tibet | Barkhor Street at this moment is waiting for you!

"I'm afraid there is no other street in the world. Like Barkhor Street, it not only carries faith but also gathers merchants. It accepts the worship of thousands of believers and welcomes tourists from all over the world. It continues its historical mission and interprets its own legend."

At this moment, Barkhor Street has been closed for more than two months due to the epidemic, and was officially opened as early as April 28.

The reputation remains the same, but the excitement has not increased by half. The crowded streets during the boom, full of people, can only be found in the depths of memory, or looked forward to while waiting.

Some people say that Tibet in winter is exclusive to Tibetan people, lively and quiet; while Barkhor Street, which is under control during the epidemic, is exclusive to gods, ethereal and quiet, without the hustle and bustle of humans.

Where are you doing at this moment, and what is the weather like?

At this time, I was on Barkhor Street, walking around the prayer path, following the steps of the Tibetans, and seeing the long-lost Barkhor Street and the unopened Jokhang Temple.

The sky is clear and the red flag is fluttering brightly, which makes me happy. It is the territory of the motherland and my permanent base.

There are sparse tourists, deserted shops, and the rare purity of Barkhor Street. Some people feel comfortable, while others feel annoyed.

But the touch of red on the building wall and the special police officers that can be seen everywhere in the scenic area are evidence of the growing strength of our country, and are also a centerpiece for tourists to travel across the territory.

The door of the Cuosang Pagoda is closed, and the friendly smoke burned with pine and cypress branches has not risen for a long time. The ceremony of worshiping the gods of heaven and earth is still being shelved.

The best way to prevent the flow of people in Tibetan areas is to ban the opening of temples and close all prayer paths. The number of people will suddenly drop by half.

Barkhor Street at this moment is suitable for leisurely walks and prayers without distracting thoughts. There will not be too many disturbances from others. Walking horizontally and vertically, there is little chance of touching pedestrians.

Such a scene that is difficult to see is the impression of Barkhor that is missing from my memory. But most people are looking forward to the peak tourist season in Tibet, even me.

The kowtow area in front of the Jokhang Temple was the first to be sealed off. At first it was just a few chairs, and then the seal was pulled. This is the most common appearance of a construction base - fenced with iron sheets.

But the blue sky is still blue and the Jokhang Temple is still magnificent!

This is perhaps the biggest change in Barkhor Street. Even though the shops have closed down and their names have changed, it is not as eye-catching as the additional pavilion in front of the Jokhang Temple.

At this moment, Barkhor Street has a new face and a new attitude, welcoming us in the new year and after the epidemic.

It is said that the streets in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and Shenzhen have been restored to normal, and daily shopping, eating and gatherings are no longer a problem.

The same goes for Barkhor Street, which is bustling with tourists, photographers, shopping, and drinking sweet tea, but there are still many people and not enough food.

No matter when you go to Barkhor Street, the most common sight is devout believers sitting in front of the door to rest, twisting the beads in their hands and looking into the distance.

As a famous prayer path in Tibet, Barkhor Street in Lhasa is also on the list.

Turn the prayer wheel devoutly, and recite the sutra once every time the prayer wheel turns.

What makes the prayer wheel area so lively is that in addition to believers who pray, there are also travelers taking photos.

Once you put on the Tibetan attire and wear the headgear, who is not the most beautiful lover on the streets of Lhasa?

At this moment in Barkhor Street, I am more like a tourist than a Tibetan drifter girl who often lives here.

Sometimes I envy the courage of photographers. They always have better insight than the rest of us. Finding the most beautiful angle is just a matter of taking two more steps.

The Langzixia Exhibition Hall was newly built in recent years.

I heard that a long time ago, this was a prison in Lhasa

The facts are unknown. Most of the knowledge about Tibet comes from hearsay, and historical materials and classics are rarely read. This is the direction I need to study in the future.

I believe everyone who comes here will enjoy the feeling of stopping and lingering in the alleys near the streets, standing in front of the small Tibetan-style buildings that are closely connected together.

Looking at the door curtain embroidered with the auspicious eight treasures pattern, when the wind blows, the whole house is filled with joy.

My confidence often comes from the distant mirror, the reflection in the water, and the affirmation of my lover.

 

Maybe, one day, I can hold a live broadcast on my mobile phone and take you to appreciate the scenery and humanities of Tibet.

On both sides of Barkhor Street, there are Tibetan-style flat-roofed buildings with wooden and stone structures and five-color wind horse flags on the four corners of the roof.

The black-framed doors and windows are decorated with short wrinkled curtains of red, yellow, white and blue. There are several pots of richly colored flowers placed on the windowsills.

Maggie Ami

Internet celebrity hidden restaurant in Barkhor Street

Everything originated from the mysterious Tsangyang Gyatso

Of course, this is also a famous must-visit spot for travel photography.

Tibetan clothing, Tibetan clothing that can be seen everywhere

The price can be high or low, customized models can cost tens of thousands.

Paradise Time Bookstore is also an internet celebrity check-in spot

Jieyou Grocery Store is a radio program that I like to listen to very much.

Barkhor Street, as a commercial street

There are so many trinkets at various prices

Paradise Time Travel Bookstore, unique

Wooden building, shaded by trees, sunlight pouring in

postcard post office

Some records about Paradise Time Travel Bookstore

Because the sealing is not enough, the environment is noisy and people come and go, so it is not suitable for reading.

 

But the bookstore has a lot of pretty good handicrafts. If you are interested, you can learn about them. You can also read books about Tibetan culture to get edified.

Confirmed by the eyes, Tibetan photography is the most popular industry in Barkhor Street and will last forever.

The price of a Tibetan costume photo shoot is generally over 199 yuan, with all the costumes and makeup included, 9 photos edited, and all the negatives included.

It should be noted that although the finished product display pictures in many photo studios are beautiful, the actual pictures are mainly based on the person's face. To put it bluntly, it just depends on the face.

 

The same movements, the same clothes and makeup, but they are unique to each person.

humble mural

withered red rose

It is also a scenic spot on Barkhor Street.

"Lhasa, my favorite butter tea"

This is a very famous poem in Tibetan areas

 

Butter tea is also famous

But most people can’t accept the taste of butter tea.

Just try it out, hope everyone knows

The noisy prayer flags

It is a decoration of salt in many Tibetan restaurants.

Densely written scriptures are used for prayers and blessings.

Warm light shines in through the window sill

Barkhor Street at this moment is a good time to order two pounds of sweet tea, drink tea and chat with friends.

Just sitting here is a whole afternoon of leisure time, a rare comfort

through doors and windows

You can see the thousand-year-old trees on Barkhor Street

and people who turn around

This is the scene you can see at Xiquege Tibetan Restaurant

A pound of sweet tea costs 5 yuan, and one drink lasts all afternoon

It tastes similar to the milk tea we drink

But sweet tea does not add other ingredients

Magpie Pavilion, the closest decoration to a Tibetan restaurant

I would like this place more than Maggie Ami

There are many Tibetans here, and the prices are relatively affordable.

The name of the attraction is as above, please check the information yourself

because i forgot

Anyway, it was the yamen that used to manage Tibetan areas.

Now they are all managed by government departments, perfect and strict

Being renovated

Expanded Jokhang Temple

I don’t know what style it will look like after some repairs.

Note: In addition to the Jokhang Temple, various scenic spots in Tibet have been gradually opened to the public. It should be noted that those who need to apply for a border permit should do so at home in advance.

It is said that the price of applying for a border defense permit in Tibet has increased a lot and costs several hundred.

An ancient street is engraved with the marks of different eras. It is the memory of the entire city.

The famous Jokhang Temple has also portrayed the memories of Barkhor Street in different eras, as well as the spread of religious culture.

My Tibetan friend——Chimei Bazhen

She is a lively little girl who looks beautiful in a hat.

From time to time we perform prayers together, because she likes her

Barkhor Street at this moment

The sun is shining, suitable for beautiful photos

New friends, I want to play hide and seek all day long

 

This is the first friend I met in Lhasa

To commemorate the Nth month of our acquaintance

Reasons why I like playing with children

Probably because their world is simple and pure

And I still have a lot of childishness

Beeswax bracelet taken from the counter

She is a prodigal woman. If you need Tibetan specialties, you can come to me.

 

Of course, you can also make an appointment together when traveling to Tibet

 

This long and short street is filled with fates from past and present lives.

The bracelet you fell in love with at first glance is the fate promised in your previous life.

When you look up at the clouds in the sky, they are the fate of floating in this life

The person you seem to know before is exactly the fate you seek from the Buddha.

Barkhor Street at this moment is, as always, suitable for drinking tea, praying, taking photos, and shopping. To put it this way, it seems worldly, but it is also transcendent and vulgar.

Traveling on the road itself is the body, along with the soul. Those who just want to come to Tibet to cleanse their souls find it most difficult to enter Tibet. Only after a true and in-depth understanding, simple walking is practice.