Sakya Monastery

Introduction

Located in Sakya County, Shigatse City, Tibet Autonomous Region, Sakya Monastery is a Buddhist monastery with a long history and profound cultural heritage. It was founded in 1073 by Kun Gongcuo Jiebu. It is the birthplace of Tibetan Buddhism, the origin of Tibetan opera, and the hometown of astronomy and calendar. Sakya Monastery is famous for its unique architectural style and rich religious art, and is known as the "Second Dunhuang".

Advantages

  1. Long history: Sakya Monastery has a history of nearly a thousand years and has witnessed the political, economic and cultural changes in the Tibetan region.
  2. Rich cultural heritage: The temple preserves a large number of murals, thangkas, Buddha statues and other cultural relics, and is a treasure house for studying Tibetan culture and art.
  3. Beautiful natural scenery: The surrounding environment of Sakya Monastery is quiet and the scenery is beautiful. It is a good place for tourists to experience the beauty of the plateau.
  4. Convenient transportation: With the continuous improvement of tourism infrastructure, transportation to Sakya Monastery is becoming more and more convenient.

Ticket Price

Currently, the ticket price for Sakya Monastery is 45 yuan/person (the specific price is subject to the actual announcement of the scenic spot).

Opening Hours

Sakya Monastery is usually open to the public from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm, but the specific opening hours may be adjusted according to the season and holidays. It is recommended to check or consult the local tourism department in advance.

Transportation

  1. Flight: You can fly to Lhasa Gonggar Airport first, and then take a bus to Sakya County.
  2. Train: You can take a train to Lhasa Railway Station, and then transfer to a bus to Sakya County.
  3. Long-distance bus: You can take a shuttle bus directly to Sakya County at the long-distance bus station in Lhasa or Shigatse.
  4. Self-driving tour: You can plan the route according to the navigation software and drive to Sakya Monastery by yourself.

Notes

  1. Respect local customs and habits: When entering the temple, you should abide by local religious etiquette and customs, keep quiet, and do not make loud noises.
  2. Protect cultural relics: During the visit, please take care of the cultural relics and do not touch or damage the exhibits at will.
  3. Pay attention to safety: Due to the location on the plateau, the weather is changeable. Visitors should keep warm and avoid strenuous exercise to prevent altitude sickness or other unexpected situations.
  4. Carry necessary documents: Before entering the temple, you need to show a valid ID for registration. (Such as student ID, military ID, etc.)