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Author: Yue Linfan |
1.Ta'er Monastery
Ta'er Monastery is considered one of the six great monasteries of Gelugpa, which is the newest of the schools of Tibetan Buddhism. It also marks the birth place of Tsong Khapa, the founder of Gelugpa. The monastery is not only one of the most popular places to visit in Qinghai but is also recognised as a cultural relic site under state-level protection.
Ta'er Monastery is most well-known for its embossed-style embroidery, and butter sculptures. These are commonly referred to as the "Three Bests"- butter sculpture of which being the most well-known.
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Pigeons are always flying in front of the censers and towers. [Photo / Yue LinFan] |
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Figures of roaring lion decorate the tower. [Photo / Yue LinFan] |
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Babaoruyi Tower. [Photo / Yue LinFan] |
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The author prays in front of a prayer wheel. Photo provided by Yue LinFan |
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A scene in the Ta'er Monastery. [Photo / Yue LinFan] |
