14th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Travel
Barkhor District of Tibet

The Barkhor District is one of Lhasa’s three pilgrim circuits which also encircles the Jokhang Temple. While walking through the Barkhor District I was able to witness Tibetans praying and practicing their faith so devotionally. I was able to participate and walk around a giant prayer wheel with mantra scripts written inside of the casting. I was able to observe a monk blessing over hundreds of Tibetans. And in each occurrence, I was captivated.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 10.2016
Date Uploaded: 11.2016
Photo Location: Lhasa/Tibet, China
Camera: iPhone 6s
Copyright: © Christa Hoskins