Travel tips for Tashilhunpo Monastery in Shigatse
Scenic spot introduction:
Tashilhunpo Monastery is the largest monastery in Shigatse, Tibet, and one of the six famous Yellow Sect monasteries in China. Tashilhunpo Monastery, whose full name is "Tashilunbu Baiji Deqinqu Tangjiele Nanbajiewalin", means "Auspicious Xumi gathers blessings from all directions". It is located on the eastern slope of Nima Mountain in the west of Shigatse City, covering an area of 150,000 square meters. It is surrounded by palace walls. The monastery is built on the hillside, with its back against the mountain, sitting north and facing south. The halls are connected in sequence, with balanced density, harmonious symmetry, and macro and magnificent.Attractions distribution:
Tashilhunpo Monastery has four major zacangs (monasteries), 62 micuns (depending on the monks' place of origin), and nearly 60 Buddhist halls and stupas. The center of the monastery is the hall area, which has the Tsochin Hall, four major zacangs, Panchen Lama , Jampa Buddha Hall, Panchen Lama's Mausoleum Hall, etc.Scenic spot qualifications:
National 5A-level scenic spot, national key cultural relic protection unitScenic spot features:
Cultural tours, photography, sightseeing, historical tours, religious tours, temples, historic sitesTransportation
Scenic spot location:
China > Tibet Autonomous Region > Shigatse City > Sangzhugze District
How to get there:
Tashilhunpo Monastery is located in the west of the city. You can walk there or rent a tricycle. The tricycle costs 3 yuan per person.
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Tickets
Ticket prices for Tashilhunpo Monastery:
It is free for Tibetans and 55 yuan for tourists. No discount for students. It is free during Tibetan festivals, such as the Buddha Dance Festival.
Scenic area opening hours:
9:00-17:00 (the temple is closed from 12:00-14:00), a typical visit takes about 3 hours
Travel Tips
travelling guideline:
tour: Buddha Sunbathing Platform Next to it, you can overlook the Tashilhunpo Monastery and the city of Shigatse.
There are strict restrictions on taking photos inside temples, and the price varies, and may be as high as several dozen yuan per photo. It is best to discuss with the lama before taking photos.
On May 14, 15 and 16 of the Tibetan calendar, Buddha Sunbathing Platform Don't miss the huge statues of Buddha from the past, present and future.
Scenic area activities:
Buddha Exhibition Festival: Three days around May 15th of the Tibetan calendar. Buddha Sunbathing Platform
The Festival of the Transfiguration of the Gods: The 15th day of the first lunar month
Saga Dawa Festival: April
The Feast of the Spirits: September 22
Shopping recommendations:
There is a shopping street in front of the temple, but it is only open at night.
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