Last Day in Lhasa

The design of the infamous Lhasa train station is based on the Potala. This is the cleanest, quietest, emptiest train station in all of China. I took the scenic route out here. Being solo once more I was again surprised by the helpfulness of the locals. The bus driver drove out of his way to get me to my connection. The train station attendant at the ticket box escorted me to the front of the line. The women in the Barkhor told me they loved me. That seems to be their sales technic. The vendors in Lhasa tell you they love you... I bought a pair of prayer wheel earrings.


Wandering through the streets had its surprises as well. I ended up at Dishi Restaurant, an enclosed courtyard with trees. Pema called out to me from the balcony immediately. He came down to help me place my order (rice with yak meat and chai) and then escorted me upstairs. We had a lovely conversation about his nomadic family. He now has a version of Lauren and Greg's phone number. He will call me to practice his English. Pema will never forget me and prays that I will be reincarnated at a higher level in my next life. In case you are wondering, that's him lounging in the chair in the shot below. To him I will forever be the 24 year old Canadian girl that looks Indian, studying to be a teacher.



On my way back through the Barkhor I met the three boys again. Turns out their jeep isn't leaving until tomorrow. Tonight we watch DVDs at Banak Shol and tomorrow we leave Lhasa. What a great way to end my Tibet trip.


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