Nalendra Monastery, Tibetan Buddhist monastery in Penyul region, China
The Nalendra Monastery stands north of Lhasa, featuring an assembly hall with detailed murals and architectural elements reflecting traditional Tibetan design patterns.
Founded in 1436 by Rongton Sheja Kunrik, the monastery developed into a major center of Buddhist learning with four colleges and housed over 2000 monks.
The monastery preserves the Sakya tradition through its two primary colleges, focusing on sutra debate studies and tantra teachings within Tibetan Buddhism.
The monastery includes multiple retreat centers in surrounding mountains where Buddhist practitioners engage in meditation and spiritual development activities.
The site maintains connections to Vajrayogini practices, where numerous practitioners reported achieving spiritual accomplishments through dedicated meditation techniques.
Location: Lhasa
Inception: 1436
GPS coordinates: 29.86482,91.17269
Latest update: March 14, 2025 00:53
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