The Historic Ensemble of the Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple and Norbulingka embody the administrative, religious and symbolic functions of the Tibetan theocratic government through their location, layout and architecture. Criterion (i): The Historic Ensemble of the Potala Palace is an outstanding work of human imagination and creativity, for its design, its decoration and its harmonious setting within a dramatic landscape. Criterion (vi): The Historic Ensemble of the Potala Palace forms a potent and exceptional symbol of the integration of secular and religious authority. IntegrityThe Historic Ensemble of the Potala Palace owns tens of thousands of collections of diverse cultural relics. The Potala Palace Management Regulations have been put into force; measures are formulated and taken for better visitor management.