10. Tibet
The Potala Palace was built 1,300 years ago during the Tang Dynasty (618-907AD) when the Tibetan King Songtsam Gambo married the Tang Princess Wencheng. Potala is the name of the place, which means "residence of the Goddess of Mercy" in the Tibetan language.[Photo/Michael Yamashita Provided to Chinadaily.com.cn]
Prayer flags over Lhamo Latso Lake. [Photo/Michael Yamashita Provided to Chinadaily.com.cn]
