Bildnummer: 55260134 Datum: 13.04.1959 Copyright: imago/Xinhua (110414) -- LHASA, 14. April 2011 (Xinhua) -- das 1959 aufgenommene Dateifoto zeigt das neue Aussehen der Parkhor Street nach der Renovierung in Lhasa, der Hauptstadt der autonomen Region Tibet im Südwesten Chinas. Parkhor Street ist einer der markantesten und attraktivsten alten Blöcke der Welt und einzigartig mit kontrastierenden Elementen und atemberaubender Vielfalt. Es ist ein Ort, an dem tibetische Tradition auf moderne Mode trifft, religiöse Heiligkeit mit kommerziellem Wohlstand vermischt wird. Es liegt im Zentrum von Lhasa, rund um den Jokhang-Tempel und umfasst einen Bereich von

• Bildanbieter: Imago / Alamy Stock Foto
• Bild-ID: 2RKEHRB
• Dateigröße: 15,1 MB (711,8 KB Komprimierter Download)
• Freigaben (Releases): Model - nein | Eigentum - nein
• Format: 2291 x 2301 px | 38,8 x 39 cm | 15,3 x 15,3 inches | 150dpi
• Aufnahmedatum: 14. April 2011
• Fotograf: Imago

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Bildnummer: 55260134 Datum: 13.04.1959 Copyright: imago/Xinhua (110414) -- LHASA, April 14, 2011 (Xinhua) -- The file photo taken in 1959 shows the new look of Parkhor Street after renovation, in Lhasa, capital of southwest China s Tibet Autonomous Region. As one of the most distinct and attractive old blocks in the world, Parkhor Street is unique with contrastive features and stunning diversity. It is a place where Tibetan tradition meets modern fashion, religious sanctity mixes with commercial prosperity. Located in the center of Lhasa, surrounding the Jokhang Temple, it covers an area of 133.82 hectares and has 35 small streets and alleys extending in all directions. The Tibetan word Parkhor literally means an annular worshipping road , which refers to the main street of the block. The main street, about two kilometers long, functions as the most important road for pilgrimage, local business, and tourism. In its 1400 years long history, Parkhor Street has witnessed the eclipse and prosperity of Buddhism, the exchange and fusion of the diverse cultures, the flourishing of ancient trade, the continuous changes of the regimes, and the ups and downs of Lhasa. Because of its unmatched location and cultural signification, Parkhor Street has long been considered as the epitome of Lhasa s historical development. It is the earliest and most prosperous business street in the city, crowded with merchants from all over China and even foreign countries such as Nepal and India, selling craftworks and products with rich ethnical features. Since the peaceful liberation of Tibet, the Parkhor Street has undergone fundamental changes. Common moved into the former residence of noble families, handcraft workshops and stores appeared one after another, and shabby street infrastructure were thoroughly renovated. Along with China s Reform and Opening Up, the Parkhor Street saw a rise of commerce with increasing shops and abundant commodities. Tibetan artworks and craftworks gradually