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Nanwu Si Monastery, Buddhist temple in Kangding County, China

The Nanwu Si Monastery stands west of Kangding town in the Garzê Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture of Sichuan Province, featuring traditional Tibetan architectural elements.

Founded in 750, the monastery belongs to the Kadam school of Tibetan Buddhism and maintains a continuous presence in the historical Tibetan region of Kham.

The monastery functions as a center for Buddhist education where 80 resident monks conduct religious ceremonies and preserve Tibetan customs through daily practices.

Located at coordinates 30.041389°N and 101.954722°E, the monastery connects to Kangding town through established road networks for convenient access.

The temple complex houses Buddhist art collections including traditional mandalas and thangkas, representing the artistic heritage of Tibetan Buddhism.

GPS coordinates: 30.04139,101.95472

Latest update: March 5, 2025 16:23

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