Exploring Labrang Monastery: A magical journey through faith and beautiful scenery.

[Opening]: In the secret land of Gannan, Labrang Monastery lies quietly on the plateau like a shining religious pearl. It is one of the six major monasteries of the Gelug sect of Tibetan Buddhism. Thousands of years of faith flow between its red walls and golden roofs, and the prayer corridor connects the piety of the years. Not only is there stunning architectural aesthetics here, but there is also a cultural force that touches the soul. A journey that touches faith and encounters poetry is waiting for you. 🕘【Opening hours】: Temple area: open all day, you can freely visit the outer prayer corridor, the exterior of the temple, etc. Palace area: usually 8:00-17:30 (specific times may vary with the season, so it is recommended to check the latest official notice before traveling). 💴【Ticket price】: Temple area: free. Hall area: Ticket price is 40 yuan/person, including visits to the main halls such as the Great Sutra Hall and Wensi College. Gongtang Pagoda: A separate fee of 20 yuan per person. You can overlook the panoramic view of the temple from the top of the tower. The opening hours may change during some special holidays or religious ceremonies. It is recommended to confirm in advance through official channels. ⛺【Amusement Project】: Must-visit temple buildings Dajing Hall: The filming location of "A World Without Thieves", solemn and dignified. There is a stupa for the temple owner in the rear hall, and the three stupas in the middle house the mummies of Jiamuxiang I to III. Stepping into it, you can seem to hear the murmur of history and faith. Gongtang Pagoda: Climb to the top to overlook the whole view of Labrang Monastery, with red walls and golden roofs against the blue sky and white clouds forming a picture. The pagoda itself is beautifully decorated, and the niches and statues are lifelike. Butter Sculpture Exhibition Hall: The butter sculptures in the hall are exquisitely shaped and colorful. They are the result of the painstaking efforts of the monks and are known as one of the three wonders of Tibetan Buddhism along with thangkas and murals. Unique religious experience Prayer Corridor: It is 3.5 kilometers long and has more than 2,000 prayer wheels. It is the longest prayer corridor in the world. Follow the devout believers to turn the prayer wheels clockwise and feel the power of faith. Watch Buddhist debates: In the square in front of the Maitreya Buddha Hall and the Debate Garden of Wensi College, you can see monks debating Buddhist theories, with sparks of wisdom colliding between questions and answers. 🚌【Traffic Guide】: Plane: You can first arrive at Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport, and then transfer to other transportation to Xiahe. Train: Lanzhou is an important transportation hub. You can first go to Lanzhou Station or Lanzhou West Station, and then take a bus or charter car to Xiahe County where Labrang Monastery is located. Bus: There are buses to Xiahe from Lanzhou Passenger Transport Center and other stations, with multiple trips per day and the journey takes about 4 hours. Chartered tour: Log in to Ctrip at Lanzhou Zhongchuan Airport and choose a chartered tour, which saves time and effort and allows you to stop whenever you want. 👉【Itinerary】: One-day tour classic route (about 3-4 hours) Enter from the East Gate (this is the Visitor Service Center, the starting point of the prayer wheel, and there are official explanations) → walk along the prayer wheel → Gongtang Pagoda (you can choose to climb to the top, the ticket price is 20 yuan) → Medical College → Lion's Roar Buddha Hall (Shou'an Temple) → Manjusri Hall → Butter Sculpture Exhibition Hall → Labrang Monastery Museum → Maitreya Buddha Hall (Big Golden Tile Hall) → Wensi College (Big Sutra Hall) → Exit from the West Gate (you can take panoramic photos at the observation deck opposite the West Gate parking lot). Two-day in-depth tour: Day 1: In the morning, take the classic one-day tour route to deeply experience the temple architecture and religious culture; in the afternoon, stroll freely around the temple, visit specialty shops, and communicate with local monks and residents. Day 2: Get up early and go to Labrang Monastery to watch the morning class and feel the solemn atmosphere; then go to the nearby Sangke Grassland to experience horseback riding (10 yuan each time), taste grassland food, and enjoy the grassland scenery. Three-day chartered tour route: D1: Lanzhou---Milareba Buddhist Pavilion---Zhagana (stay overnight) D2: Zhagana-Guomang Wetland-Sangke Grassland-Labrang Monastery-Xiahe (stay overnight) D3: Xiahe---Gangjia Secret Land---Lanzhou (end of the trip) 🧡【Preparation before departure】： Documents: Bring your ID card and other valid documents to facilitate ticket purchase and accommodation registration. If you have a student ID, senior citizen ID, or other ID that entitles you to discounts, bring that along as well. Clothing: Labrang Monastery is at a high altitude, with a large temperature difference between day and night. Even if you go there in summer, you still need to bring thick coats, such as windbreakers, down jackets, etc. At the same time, because the local ultraviolet rays are strong, you should bring sun-protective clothing, a sun hat, sunglasses and sunscreen. Medicines: Prepare anti-altitude sickness drugs (such as Rhodiola rosea, etc., take them in advance), gastrointestinal medicine (to prevent dietary discomfort), and cold medicine (to deal with colds caused by temperature differences). Other reminders: The ticket sales for Labrang Monastery will stop at 11:30 in the morning and start at 14:30 in the afternoon. Please arrange your ticket purchase time reasonably. Respect local customs and ethnic beliefs, keep quiet, and do not cut in line to cause trouble. Pay attention to sun protection and prevent mosquito bites. The ultraviolet rays in the plateau area are strong, so prepare relevant protective equipment.