Mentsikhang

Mentsikhang is a medical center in Lhasa dedicated to Tibetan healing practices, housing several departments for traditional treatments, herbal medicine preparation, and training. The facility operates as a clinic, pharmacy, and school for aspiring practitioners all under one roof.

Founded in 1916, the center became a key institution for preserving and teaching Tibetan medicine to new generations. Since then it has trained countless practitioners and safeguarded ancient medical knowledge systems for future use.

The center reflects how Tibetan spirituality and healing are deeply connected, something you notice in how doctors and students work together daily. The rooms are filled with old medical texts that show how knowledge passes from one generation to the next.

Visitors can explore the center during regular opening hours with knowledgeable guides explaining traditional treatment methods. Multilingual displays and educational materials help you understand the different departments and how they work.

The center uses traditional astronomical calculations to understand how celestial bodies influence human health and guide treatment decisions. This ancient system connects sky cycles with medical practice in a way that surprises most visitors.