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Must-Visit in Xining|Complete Guide to Ta'er Monastery, Experience the Sacred Charm of Tibetan Buddhism✨ If it’s your first time in Xining, you must visit Ta'er Monastery! This Tibetan Buddhist holy site is truly breathtaking, with its magnificent golden temple complex that instantly transports you back in time. Strolling through the monastery and watching the devoted worshippers, you’ll be deeply touched by the sacred atmosphere~ ➡️Recommended Spots: ✅Great Golden Tile Hall: The core building of the monastery, its golden roof shines brilliantly under the sun—truly stunning ✅Eight Treasures Ruyi Pagoda: The iconic white pagoda cluster, perfect for photos📸 ✅Butter Sculpture Hall: A must-see! Exquisitely detailed butter sculpture artworks, remade every year ✅Great Scripture Hall: You can hear monks chanting scriptures here, creating a fully immersive atmosphere 💡Useful Information: 📍Address: No. 56 Jinta Road, Huangzhong District, Xining, Qinghai Province 🕒Opening Hours: April 1 - October 31: 07:30-17:30 November 1 - March 31: 08:00-16:30 🎫Ticket: 80 RMB (half price for students) ✨Travel Tips: 1. It’s best to visit in the morning to avoid peak tour group times 2. Walking clockwise around the prayer wheels is the correct way 3. Do not take photos of monks or Buddha statues inside the halls without permission 4. Remember to wear comfortable shoes, as there are quite a few steps 🏠Accommodation Recommendation: The closest Tibetan-style guesthouse to the scenic area has an amazing vibe! We recommend "Ta'er Family," just a 10-minute walk to the monastery gate, where you can also experience Tibetan culture. 🍴Food Recommendation: How can you miss yak meat in Xining! The "Holy Land Snowy Region Yak Meat Hotpot" right at the entrance of the scenic area is super authentic. For about 60 RMB per person, you can eat your fill. The broth is made from yak bones, incredibly flavorful to the point it’ll make your eyebrows raise~
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