Tashilhunpo Monastery was founded in 1447 by Gendun Drup, the First Dalai Lama. Yeah, it's old alright. It's also where the palace for the Panchen Lama is, though currently the Panchen Lama is in Beijing, though most don't consider him the real Panchen Lama. (an interesting article about the current Panchen lama and the drama is here http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/asia/article7053071.ece )
Another Giant Buddha
Dragons adorn the top of the door
A giant stupa and beautiful mandala above on the ceiling. I had to sneak the photo so no flash.
this is why i needed to sneak it. 125yuan is around $20
worshippers ring the bell before entering.
old monk in a walkway
me and the old fellow
me and some young fellows
The Gyeni Chanting Hall
very old prayer wheels
the monastery is surrounded by numerous prayer wheels on the hillsides.
Tashilunpo!
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