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c. 601 AD–c. 700 AD

Founding of Jokhang

Religion · Buddhist traditions · Vajrayana and temples

Jokhang was founded to promote Buddhism and combines Tibetan, Chinese, Indian, and Nepalese influences.

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~ siglo VII
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2026-09-04

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  1. UNESCO — Potala and Jokhang (opens in a new tab)
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