Negodong Nunnery, Buddhist nunnery in Dodé Valley, Lhasa, China.
Negodong Nunnery is a Tibetan Buddhist nunnery in Lhasa's Dodé Valley, surrounded by mountains and containing multiple structures. The complex includes temple buildings, residential quarters for the nuns, kitchen areas, and administrative spaces arranged within its grounds.
A Buddhist scholar named Nam mkha'rgyal mtshan established the site in the 16th century as a meditation retreat. The place shifted from functioning as a monastery to operating as a nunnery in the 1930s.
This place follows the Gelug tradition of Tibetan Buddhism, placing importance on rigorous study and monastic discipline in daily life. Visitors can observe how the nuns structure their days around learning, prayer, and religious ceremonies.
The nunnery sits in a mountain valley and is best visited during clear weather when paths are passable. Visitors should dress warmly due to the high altitude and wear respectful clothing to honor the sacred spaces.
Two natural springs near the site, called the Ravine Spring and the Sound-Catcher Spring, are believed by local people to have healing qualities. These springs hold importance in the daily life of the community and are valued by both the nuns and visitors.
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