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Concern over Construction at Jokhang Temple

May 9, 2020;

Chinese led construction at the UNESCO World Heritage-protected Jokhang Temple in Lhasa, Tibet has caused concern “over the level of Tibetan consultation and participation in the conservation process”. Construction of two pavilions at the temple “appear to adhere to a Chinese architectural style incompatible with traditional Tibetan architecture” in a possible attempt to “create an impression to the visitors about Tibet being a part of China since ancient times”.

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