Katok Monastery, Tibetan Buddhist monastery in Baiyu County, China
The monastery stands at an elevation of 4,800 meters on the hillside of Duoni Mountain in Bailong Valley within the Hepo District of Sichuan Province.
Founded in 1159 by Katok Dampa Deshek, the monastery experienced reconstruction in 1656 through contributions from Tertön Düddul Dorje and Rigdzin Longsal Nyingpo.
As one of the six main Nyingma monasteries, Katok housed 800 monks before 1951 and maintained connections with 112 branch monasteries across Mongolia, Inner China, and Sikkim.
The complex includes newly constructed temples and assembly halls from a 2016 expansion, accessed through a dirt road with multiple turns.
A naturally formed Tibetan character 'Ka' discovered in a rock at the monastery site influenced its name, which translates to 'Above Ka' in the Tibetan language.
Location: Baiyü County
Inception: 1159
GPS coordinates: 31.31253,98.94163
Latest update: March 4, 2025 08:17
Dzogchen Monastery
90.5 km
Shechen Monastery
106.3 km
Palpung Monastery
39.9 km
Litang Monastery
193.5 km
Dzongsar Monastery
36.9 km
Palyul
15.3 km
Derge Parkhang
64.8 km
Riwoche Monastery
232 km
Galden Jampaling Monastery
169 km
Se Qu
133 km
Karma Gon Monastery
200.8 km
Kandze Monastery
105.4 km
Gonchen Monastery
64.6 km
Thrangu Monastery
257.8 km
Zhonglu (baranggay sa Republikang Popular sa Tsina, Sichuan Sheng)
288.8 km
Sershul Monastery
141 km
Beri Gonpa
95.5 km
Jyekundo Monastery
261.9 km
Bangtuo temple
240.7 km
Türme Rongzhag
289.8 km
Dargye Monastery
85 km
Dodrubchen Monastery
209.7 km
Rongme Ngatra
54.1 km
Nyitso Monastery
210.9 km
Pangphuk Gön
258.1 km
Tagong Temple
270.3 km
Mugecuo
307.2 km
Kangding Love Song Scenic Spot
307.6 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes