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Tashi Lhunpo Monastery
5A Tourism Area
Designated 2017

Tashi Lhunpo Monastery

日喀则市扎什伦布寺景区

Tibet, Shigatse4.6Designated 2017·29.3120°N, 88.9694°E
Ticket Price
CNY 180; CNY 0. 5; CNY 1780
Duration
2 to 3 hours
Rating
4.6 / 5.0
Designated
2017

About Tashi Lhunpo Monastery

Tashi Lhunpo is one of Tibet's great monasteries and the traditional seat of the Panchen Lamas. Its whitewashed halls, giant Maitreya statue, and golden stupas rise over the city of Shigatse.

Highlights

The seat of the Panchen Lamas; the giant Maitreya (Future Buddha) hall; the golden tombs of past Panchens; massive prayer halls.

Suggested Route

Enter, tour the main assembly hall, the Maitreya hall and the Panchen stupas; allow 2-3 hours.

Food & Lodging

Tibetan tsampa and yak meat; stay in Shigatse city.

Facilities

Restrooms, ticket office and parking; many stairs and courtyards, limited accessibility.
Travel Tips

Check official website for current information. Respect local customs and regulations. Best visited during mild weather seasons.

📅 Best Time & Crowds

Best season: June to September (warm season) or winter for snow activities

🏮Golden Week alert: May 1-5 and Oct 1-7 are China's biggest travel peaks — top attractions sell out days ahead. Book tickets the moment they open.

Many museums and palaces close on Mondays (e.g. Forbidden City, National Museum). Plan around it.

Location

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Opening Hours

Generally open 8:00-17:00 daily. Some temples open earlier for morning worship.

Getting There

No metro; HSR to Shigatse Station (Shigatse Station) from Lhasa (Lhasa-Shigatse railway); nearest airport Shigatse Peace Airport (~? km).

Reservation

Ticket on-site/OTA; online reservation advised.

Ticket Price

CNY 180 (≈ $25); CNY 0 (). 5; CNY 1780 (≈ $247)

Address

Rikaze City Jijilangka Road No. 1

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address
日喀则市扎什伦布寺景区

日喀则市几吉郎卡路1号

Rikaze City Jijilangka Road No. 1

29.3120, 88.9694

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