Step into the Labrang Monastery and experience the beauty of the temple university

Gannan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture in Gansu Province is famous for a monastery. The monastery is built on a mountain and its area is even larger than the entire urban area of the county. This is one of the six major monasteries of Tibetan Buddhism's Gelug Sect, the Labrang Monastery, known as the 'World Tibetan Academy'. The Labrang Monastery is located 1 kilometer west of Xiahe County, situated in a basin between Longshan and Fengshan, which the Tibetan people call the 'Treasure Basin'. There are 18 magnificent Buddhist halls here, more than 10,000 monk houses, towering buildings, golden tiles and red walls, with extraordinary momentum. Among them, the six major Zha Cang are the most famous, which are Buddhist colleges in different fields such as Exotericism, Esotericism, Astronomy, Medicine, and Law. Labrang Monastery is a long-standing and magnificent temple. As one of the six famous monasteries of the Yellow Sect in China, it is as famous as the majestic Zhebang Temple in Tibet, the magnificent Tashilhunpo Monastery, and the famous Ta'er Monastery in Qinghai. If you are interested in Buddhist culture, Labrang Monastery is definitely a place worth visiting. The history of Labrang Monastery can be traced back to the Kangxi period of the Qing Dynasty, with a history of nearly 300 years. It covers an area of about eighty hectares, dozens of gorgeous buildings and Buddhist halls are scattered in the temple, and there are as many as 10,000 monk houses, which are magnificent. Inside the Labrang Monastery, you can see a prayer wheel corridor that is several kilometers long, which is an important place for Tibetan people to pray for blessings. Tourists can feel the unique charm of Tibetan Buddhism here. Labrang Monastery is a tourist attraction that combines history, culture, and natural beauty. Here, you can appreciate the profound heritage of Tibetan Buddhism, feel the grandeur of ancient architecture, taste authentic Tibetan food, and buy unique souvenirs. If you are interested in Buddhist culture and natural scenery, why not come here for a different travel experience.