Sera Monastery in Lhasa: Your picture-perfect spot has arrived!

Tibet, this pure land closest to the sky, carries the faith and yearning of countless people. - Sera Monastery, this ancient temple nestled in the northern suburbs of Lhasa, is like a dazzling pearl, inlaid among the mountains, radiating a captivating glow. - When the afterglow of the setting sun sprinkles on the golden roof of Sera Monastery, when the prayer flags flutter in the wind, when the chanting of sutras echoes in your ears, you will feel an unprecedented tranquility and peace. - Here, you can let go of all your worries and sorrows, quietly listen to the inner voice, and feel the power of faith. - Sera Monastery is not just a temple, but a spiritual sanctuary. - 🚩Sera Monastery Travel Guide ✅Best time to travel: May to October is the peak tourist season in Tibet, with pleasant weather and plenty of sunshine, suitable for visiting Sera Monastery. - 🚇Transportation ✅Airplane: After arriving at Lhasa Gonggar International Airport, you can take the airport bus or a taxi to the city center, and then transfer to a bus or taxi to Sera Monastery. ✅Train: After arriving at Lhasa Railway Station by the Qinghai-Tibet Railway, you can take a bus or taxi to Sera Monastery. ✅Self-driving: From downtown Lhasa, drive north along Beijing Road for about 5 km to reach Sera Monastery. - 💰Ticket Information ✅Sera Monastery tickets are 50 yuan/person, open from 9:00-16:00. ✅From November to March 15 of the following year, major scenic spots in Tibet are free of charge (except for some temples). ✅Entry after 4pm daily is 10 yuan/person. - 🏨Accommodation Recommendations ✅Lhasa city center: A wide selection, from budget hotels to luxury hotels, is available. Staying near Barkhor Street is recommended for easy access to city attractions. ✅Around Sera Monastery: There are several Tibetan guesthouses where you can experience authentic Tibetan life. - 🍵Food Recommendations ✅Tibetan noodles: The Tibetan noodle restaurants around Sera Monastery offer authentic flavors at affordable prices. ✅Sweet tea: An essential drink in the daily life of Tibetans, sweet and delicious. ✅Yak meat: You can taste fresh yak meat, which is delicious. - 📷Recommended Tour Route ✅Tsokchen Hall: The largest hall in Sera Monastery and one of the oldest buildings in the temple. It houses statues of Sakyamuni Buddha, Master Tsongkhapa, and other Buddhas, creating a solemn and respectful atmosphere. ✅Metzha Dratsang: The largest college in Sera Monastery, where monks study Buddhist doctrines. The murals inside the hall are exquisite and worth savoring. ✅Debating Courtyard: Every afternoon at 3pm, the monks of Sera Monastery hold debates here. - ⭕PS: Although it's said to be at 3pm every day, I didn't encounter it when I went. - ✅Back Mountain: Climb along the winding mountain road to overlook the panoramic view of Sera Monastery and Lhasa city. Prayer flags flutter in the wind, as if telling stories of a thousand years. - ⚠Precautions ✅Sera Monastery is at a high altitude, so take precautions against altitude sickness. ✅When visiting the temple, please respect local religious customs, do not make loud noises, and do not take pictures at will. ✅Don't wear short skirts/shoulder-revealing clothes! Take off your hat and sunglasses when entering the hall.