Sera Chöding Hermitage, Tibetan Buddhist monastery near Sera Monastery, Lhasa, China
Sera Chöding Hermitage is a Tibetan Buddhist monastery near Sera Monastery in Lhasa, comprising multiple structures aligned from west to east. The complex includes a yellow retreat house and an assembly hall displaying preserved frescoes inside.
Je Tsongkhapa founded this hermitage in 1419 as his primary retreat center, where he wrote important Buddhist scriptures and taught Tantric practices. It underwent reconstruction after 1959 and now welcomes regular visitors.
The path to the site features painted rock carvings showing Buddhist figures that reflect local Tibetan religious traditions. These artworks tell visitors about the spiritual meaning the place holds for pilgrims and worshippers.
A designated monk from Sera Monastery maintains the hermitage, which receives regular visits from tourists and pilgrims. Wear modest clothing and respect the rules when visiting to honor the sacred space.
A spring near the meditation caves is connected to local traditions about White Manjushri and is believed to hold healing properties. Many visitors overlook this quiet spot, though it holds deep significance for pilgrims.
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