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A trip to the historical places in Lhasa is probably first on your sightseeing list. You can also enjoy all there is to see and do such as the temples and theme park.

In Lhasa, you'll find 35 hotels bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.

Lhasa is notable for landmarks like Potala Palace, Norbulingka and Jidui Tufan Tombs. Cultural venues include Tibet Museum and Lasa Museum. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Lhasa River Marsh and Drak Yerpa.

By choosing a historic hotel, you can spend a night or two someplace that has an official historic designation. A palace, castle, grand home or even an old police station, pub, lodge or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel provided that it's of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often found in the public spaces and guestrooms of historic hotels in Lhasa, giving a sense of history.

“Heritage hotel” is more common in Asia and Europe, while "historic hotel" is a term often used in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of historic hotels are generally the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, mainly, it's cultural value as well as how it influenced the community.

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you might expect, though efforts have been made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi and the popular amenities found in most hotels will also be available in a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Lhasa, don't worry that you'll be staying at a place that's uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.