Luobu Linka sits on the north bank of the Lhasa River in a western suburb of Lhasa City, Tibet Autonomous Region.

In Tibetan, Luobu means treasure and Linka, forest garden. Together, Luobu Linka refers to a treasure garden, also known as a Pearl Garden. In 1755 during the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), the 12th Dalai Lama chose the site for his summer palace resort. Every year between April and September of the Tibetan calendar, the 12th Dalai Lama would stay there to handle political affairs and hold various celebrations and ceremonies. Gradually, the palace became the summer resort for Dalai Lamas of subsequent generations.

Covering an area of 360,000 square meters, the palace consists of three groups of distinct constructions that are integrated harmoniously. These structures are further divided into three main sections: the palace area, front area and forest area. Pavilions, terraces and towers at the palace area are unevenly distributed and connected with winding paths, and all of the buildings display typical features of Tibetan architecture. Various, rare animals, including deer and leopards, are raised in the garden. As the most distinctive garden with local features in Tibet, Luobu Linka has opened to the public.