Samding Monastery, the only monastery hosted by Dorje Phagmo, plays a significant role in Tibet Buddhism and offers stunning views of the high plateau plain.
With a fusion of Han, Tibetan and Nepali architecture, the Pelkor Chode (Palcho) Monastery is a unique monastery in Gyantse where three classes of Buddhism (Sakyas, Gedang, and Gelugpa) exist harmoniously.
Planning a trip to visit the rainbow mountains in Zhangye? Don’t miss our travel guide with details on the best platforms for sunrise or sunset, recommended routes, best visiting time, etc.
Three Day TravelOn the morning of Day 1, walk to Baoguo Temple (报国寺) and Fuhu temple (伏虎寺), then purchase a park entrance ticket (120RMB/person; half-price with student ID card
One Day Travel Take a bus from Baoguo Bus station (报国寺客运中心) in Mt. Emei to Leidong Ping (雷洞坪) (40RMB/person) which takes about 1.5 hours, and purchase an entrance ticket for the park (120RMB/person, or half p