Toling Monastery, Buddhist monastery in Zanda County, Tibet, China
The monastery includes three main buildings: Jiasha Hall, Red Hall, and White Hall, positioned at an elevation of 12,400 feet in western Tibet.
Founded in 996 by the second king of Guge Kingdom, Tholing Monastery became the primary center for Buddhist scripture translation in the western Tibetan region.
The monastery features ancient murals within its halls, including the notable representation of Sixteen Vajra Dancers in the Red Hall collection.
Visitors can explore the monastery complex, which contains 108 earth-made pagodas arranged along the Xiangquan River, offering opportunities for photography.
The monastery's architecture combines Indian, Nepali, and Ladakhi designs, with Jiasha Hall symbolizing Mount Meru and smaller halls representing the four continents.
Location: Tholing
Inception: 996
GPS coordinates: 31.48361,79.79806
Latest update: March 12, 2025 23:31
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