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Pilgrimage to the Sacred Sites of Tibetan Buddhism

🏔️ Sera Monastery in Lhasa|Listen to the heartbeat of Tibetan Buddhism beneath the red walls and golden roofs🔔 🌟 Reasons to visit: The pinnacle of Tibetan Buddhist debate in Tibet! Six hundred years of Sanskrit chants dancing with red walls✨ 📍 Address: No. 1 Sera Road, Chengguan District, Lhasa City 🚌 Transportation tips: Taxi from downtown costs about 15 yuan, Bus No. 24 goes directly to the temple gate It’s recommended to visit in the morning to watch the intense debate sessions 🔖 Route plan: 1️⃣ Debate courtyard (starts promptly at 14:30) Watch the monks in red robes clap and debate, a live Buddhist version of "Qi Pa Shuo"! 📸 Tips: Keep quiet while filming, flash photography is prohibited 2️⃣ Tsokchen Hall The temple’s treasure! The scripture wall of the Kangyur written in gold ink is stunning Remember to touch the ancient Mani wheel when circumambulating clockwise 3️⃣ Backhill Jikang Rizhui A 20-minute hike to the visual highlight! A hidden spot overlooking the entire Lhasa panorama, prayer flags and cityscape frame a breathtaking view 🍵 Food recommendations: Butter tea at the Sweet Tea House, 3 yuan per cup Tibetan noodles with chili oil are a local breakfast staple 📿 Must-visit photo spots: ✔️ Stone steps at the debate courtyard (capture the moment the monk’s robes flutter) ✔️ Circumambulation path around the White Stupa (frame shots with elderly circumambulating locals for a story-rich vibe) 💡 Buddhist tips: · Circumambulate the temple clockwise · Hats and photography are prohibited inside the halls · Prepare small change for offerings (paper bills should be flat)
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Posted: Oct 23, 2025
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