4A Tourism Area
Labrang Monastery
夏河县拉卜楞寺景区
Gansu, Gannan·36.2184°N, 103.7696°E
Ticket Price
Free admission
Duration
1-2 hours
About Labrang Monastery
A significant religious and cultural site in Gannan, Gansu, featuring historic temples, shrines, and centuries of spiritual tradition. • One of the six great Gelugpa (Yellow Hat) monasteries of Tibetan Buddhism, founded in 1709. • Vast temple complex with...
Highlights
• One of the six great Gelugpa (Yellow Hat) monasteries of Tibetan Buddhism, founded in 1709. • Vast temple complex with the world's longest prayer-wheel kora. • A leading Tibetan Buddhist academy.
Suggested Route
Main halls and Great Sutra Hall - Gongtang stupa - walk the prayer-wheel kora (about 40 min); allow 3-4 h. Modest dress required.
Food & Lodging
Xiahe town hotels and Tibetan guesthouses; try tsampa, butter tea and hand-grabbed lamb.
Facilities
Parking, restrooms, audio guide, shops; partial wheelchair access. Entry about Y40.
Travel Tips
Some temples offer vegetarian meals. Check lunar calendar for special Buddhist festival days.
Location
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Opening Hours
07:00-17:00
Getting There
No metro nearby; fly to Gannan Xiahe Airport (GXH) ~70 km, or long-distance bus from Lanzhou (South Bus Station, ~230 km, ~4 h); within Xiahe county town, walkable / local taxi. Nearest HSR: Lanzhou West Railway Station, ~230 km.
Reservation
No advance booking required; tickets at gate (approx. ¥40; some sources list ¥110 for combined areas).
Ticket Price
Free admission
