Yangpachen Monastery, Buddhist monastery in Yangbajain, Tibet Autonomous Region, China
The monastery stands at 4,300 meters above sea level, featuring traditional Tibetan architectural elements with colorful murals and intricate woodwork throughout its structures.
Founded in 1504 by the 4th Shamarpa, Yangpachen Monastery served as the residence for Shamarpas of Karma Kagyü lineage for three centuries until 1792.
The main temple hall contains new religious images while maintaining an original figure of Chakdrukpa that survived the monastery's destruction during the Cultural Revolution.
Visitors can reach the monastery by taking local transport from Lhasa, traveling 87 kilometers northwest through the mountainous Tibetan landscape.
The monastery complex includes Dorje Ling Ani Gompa nunnery, which offers views of the Nyenchen Tanglha mountains and houses 30 Buddhist nuns.
Location: Yangbajain
Inception: 1500
GPS coordinates: 29.99240,90.41340
Latest update: March 3, 2025 03:10
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