Ralung Monastery, Buddhist monastery in Gyangzê County, China
The Ralung Monastery stands among towering peaks and glacier fields at an elevation near the Karo Pass in western Tibet.
Tsangpa Gyare established this monastery in 1180 as the principal seat of the Middle Drukpa Kagyu tradition within Tibetan Buddhism.
The monastery contains a notable statue of Jetsun Tsangpa Gyare that changes appearance between joyful and sorrowful based on viewers' perspective.
Located 20 kilometers from Karo La Glacier, the monastery requires specific preparation for visits due to its remote mountain location.
The surrounding geography forms eight Buddhist symbols, including representations of a white conch, precious parasol, and brimming vase.
Location: Gyangzê County
Inception: 1180
GPS coordinates: 28.83472,90.09972
Latest update: March 15, 2025 08:53
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