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My trip to Labrang Monastery in Xiahe was an unforgettable experience. Nestled at the foot of the majestic Tibetan mountains, Labrang is one of the most important monasteries outside Tibet. As I wandered through the vast temple grounds, I was struck by the rich spiritual atmosphere and the sound of prayer wheels turning in unison. The intricate murals and stunning architecture of the monastery reflect centuries of history and devotion. For a deeper connection with Tibetan culture, I highly recommend taking part in the morning chanting rituals. Don’t miss the opportunity to trek up the nearby hills for a panoramic view of the sprawling complex—it’s truly breathtaking! Tips: • Stay in a guesthouse nearby for an authentic Tibetan experience. • Dress modestly when visiting religious sites. • The best time to visit is during festivals for a vibrant display of culture and faith. 📍 Location: Labrang Monastery, Xiahe, China #TravelChina #LabrangMonastery #TibetanCulture #SacredSites #SpiritualJourney #MonasteryTravel #Xiahe #ReligiousHeritage #CulturalImmersion #TrekkingAdventures #TripCoinsRewards

#discoverchina Just returned from Gannan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, and wow it’s a spiritual journey I’ll never forget. The Labrang Monastery was the highlight one of the most important Tibetan Buddhist temples outside Tibet. Watching monks chant, debate, and walk in long flowing robes 🧑🦲✨ made the whole place feel alive with tradition and peace. Prayer wheels spinning, mountain views all around, and a deep sense of stillness Gannan is where you go when your soul needs a breather. PROS ✅ Rich Tibetan culture & monastery life 🛕 ✅ Unique spiritual energy ✨ ✅ Amazing mountain views & peaceful vibes 🏞️ ✅ Friendly monks open to sharing their wisdom CONS ⚠️ High altitude , take it slow at first ⛰️ ⚠️ Limited transport options ,better with a guide or private car ⚠️ Not much English spoken translation apps help! Whether you’re into spirituality, photography, or just want a calm break, Gannan is a hidden gem you’ll never forget. #GannanTrip #TibetanVibes #ChinaHiddenGems #LabrangMonastery #SpiritualJourney #TripMoments #PeacefulTravel #甘南旅行 #藏族文化

Are you an artist? Do you like to bring a sketchbook when you travel? Xiahe is a great place to. Is it in that case. Pack sketching materials, and wander around the monastery, town, or nearby grasslands and let your artistic nature free! Also there are many local artists and studios to visit within the town. #Ganjia #Sangkok #labrangmonastery #Travelligartist ##xiahe #gansu

If you are into art, and want a good place to do some outdoor painting or sketching, highly recommend. Image and Labrang Monastery. Plenty of places to set up and easel and draw or paint, both within or outside the monastery. There are also many places to paint the surrounding grassland and mountains on the near by Sangpo or Ganzjia Grasslands. #Travellingartist #xiahe #labrangmonastery #Sangkok #Ganjia

Beautiful day out on the grassland, blue skies, soaring birds and marmots everywhere. Such a great escape from the city! #labrangmonastery #grassland #Blue skies #Prayer flags #xiahe #gansu

Super fun workshop for visitors to Xiahe! First check out the amazing butter sculptures in Labrang monastery museum, then come have a go yourself! #labrangmonastery #Tibetan #snowlandart #Thingstodoinxiahe Ask the monastery tour guide how to find Snowland Art, and come hang out with local Tibetan artists for a unique experience, and get a taste of local culture!

1. Address - Xiahe town, Near the mosque Highlights - super fun to do art workshops with local artists, great activity for kids or adults. Snowland is run by a Canadian woman who has lived in Xiahe for more than 10 years, and has a great deal of knowledge about the local culture. Snowland does workshops like rock painting, upcycling or traditional thangka painting. They also have a gift shop, sales from which support the apprentice artists and their various community projects. #snowlandart #xiahe ##labrangmonastery #Tibetan art Rating - 5 stars

this happens every year, 15th day of Lunar New Year. definitely worth seeing.#snowlandart #xiahe #labrangmonastery #tibetan festival #buddhistfestival #gansu