Benchen Monastery, Tibetan Buddhist monastery in Yushu City, China
The monastery stands at an elevation of 3,500 meters in the Kham region, featuring traditional Tibetan architectural elements with white walls and golden roofs.
Founded in 1380 by the 4th Sangye Nyenpa Rinpoche, Gelek Gyamtso, the monastery underwent reconstruction in the 1980s after its destruction during earlier conflicts.
The monastery maintains the Karma Kamtsang lineage through regular meditation sessions, Buddhist teachings, and traditional ceremonies performed by resident monks.
The monastery opens its doors to visitors daily from sunrise to sunset, with guided tours available through local travel agencies in Yushu City.
A free medical clinic operates within the monastery grounds since 1994, providing healthcare services to both the local population and traveling pilgrims.
Location: Yushu City
Inception: 1380
GPS coordinates: 32.84389,97.14611
Latest update: March 21, 2025 17:34
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