Tourism Industry: China shuts down Potala Palace after Covid-19 reported in Tibet, ET TravelWorld News, ET TravelWorld

Chinese authorities have closed Tibet 's famed Potala Palace after a minor outbreak of Covid-19 was reported in the Himalayan region. The response underscores China's continued adherence to its "zero-Covid" policy, mandating lockdowns, routine testing, quarantines and travel restrictions, even while most other countries have reopened. A notice on the palace's Weixin social media site said that the palace that was the traditional home of Tibet's Buddhist leaders would be closed from Tuesday, with a reopening date to be announced later. Tibet's economy is heavily dependent on tourism and the Potala is a key draw. China says its hard-line policy…