Donggar Monastery

Donggar means "white conch" in Tibetan, and the temple is named after the conch-shaped mountain on which it sits. Set against the backdrop of snow, the Donggar Temple on the mountain appears exceptionally magnificent. While visitors are welcome to enter the temple, they must remove their shoes and avoid wearing sunglasses. The temple has three levels, and visitors can ascend to witness lamas chanting, bells ringing, and worshippers paying homage. The atmosphere is truly solemn.

The tour guide introduced the magnificent crystal chandelier in Donggar Temple, which was said to be a 2 million Swarovski chandelier donated by a boss.

The temple feels older than Guanyin Temple and has a more time-honored feel. However, it is much larger in scale, although it looks inconspicuous from the outside.

We first went to the first floor. Since we arrived early, there were relatively few people there. Our guide gathered us together and explained the Tibetan custom of worshipping gods. The three prostrations are to place your hands together on top of your head, mouth, and chest, kneel down, and then prostrate yourself on the ground.

The temple is still as magnificent and grand as usual.

We were told we could ask the monks at the temple to consecrate the statue, but since we weren't a big believer and didn't know if there were any special requirements, we didn't bother queuing. Our group arrived early, so the queue started forming immediately. Many other groups arrived later, and by the time we left, the line had almost stretched outside the temple.

The top floor probably doesn't really welcome tourists. There's no carpet, just cement floors, and it's very uncomfortable to walk on. I quickly skipped to the middle room on the third floor. I don't know how to put it, but it might be a place a bit like a Sutra Library.

The scenery near Donggar Monastery is particularly beautiful, especially with the blue sky (the sky in Tibet is truly an intoxicating blue, especially when the sun is shining brightly). Because of the bright sunlight, the green of the grass looks particularly lush and dazzling. It really is a beautiful scenery in every shot.

On the way to Seda County, I passed by Donggar Monastery, a magnificent temple nestled on a hillside. Built in the early 16th century, it boasts a history of over 500 years. A branch of the Yellow Sect's Tashilhunpo Monastery, Donggar Monastery is located on the western slopes of Shangyadong Township, 13 kilometers from Seda County. Named after Donggar Mountain, it is the largest and most influential Gelugpa monastery in Yadong.

If you go to Donggar Monastery in the morning, you don't have to go too early, as it opens at 9 a.m. and is only a dozen minutes' drive from the county seat. Built in the early 16th century, Donggar Monastery has a history of over 500 years. Its red brick walls and golden roof are dotted with black birds that occasionally fly across the sky. Slippers are required to enter the temple, and there are lamas chanting inside, so it's best to remain quiet and avoid taking photos. The temple is small and can be explored in about an hour. From Donggar Monastery, you can overlook the entire Golden Horse Grassland, which is quite spectacular.

It is magnificent and resplendent, and worth a visit!

It is very quiet and cleanses the soul, making people feel safe

Donggar Monastery is quite impressive, visible from a distance. Only two or three people wandered around the grounds. I heard you might even encounter a Living Buddha who would offer you blessings and empowerment.

For consecration or something, you can find the guru of Donggar Temple. The temple is on the mountain, the sky is very blue, the wind is very cold, and the scenery is perfect.

The temple's interior is magnificent, housing a collection of thangka paintings dating back to the late Qing Dynasty. On the second floor, visitors can admire vibrantly colored and beautifully decorated pillars and tiered crystal chandeliers. Standing in front of Donggar Temple, one can gaze upon the vast Golden Horse Grassland and the distant, towering snow-capped mountains.

From afar, the palace-like Donggar Monastery, perched on a hillside, shimmered in the morning sunlight, a dazzling golden brilliance. Shoes must be removed before entering the main hall, which was resplendent with gold and jade, and the decor was nothing short of luxurious. The floor was covered in thick carpet, and the massive crystal lamps were stunning.

A magnificent building, adorned with golden walls, appears on the hillside. The interior is equally magnificent and beautiful, and a two-hour visit is recommended. The temple is large and spacious, rarely crowded, and peaceful, making it a perfect place for quiet meditation.

The grassland in front of the temple is vast and boundless. When the sun is shining, it is great for taking photos. I walked around the temple to feel that it is not suitable to take photos. There is a large pile of stones on the hillside in the upper left corner of the temple. The pile is very high and big. When we went there, we met an old woman who was holding a cane with her upper body almost parallel to the ground. She was circling the stone pile clockwise, like a prayer wheel. I was moved by her faith.

It’s really beautiful! The weather was a bit cloudy, but it didn’t affect my mood at all. It was really beautiful!

Donggar Monastery is a tranquil temple, 6 kilometers from the county seat. It's striking and majestic, visible from afar. Shoes must be removed upon entering the main hall, and photography is prohibited. It's also a reminder that circumambulations must be in odd numbers. I wandered around. The first and second floors house familiar bodhisattvas, or at least familiar names. The third floor, likely dedicated to Tibetan deities, has majestic and awe-inspiring faces. I was captivated by the murals and crystal chandeliers throughout the hall! They're beautiful! They look incredibly expensive. It's a shame you can't take photos, but if you have the chance, feel free to go in and take a look.

We arrived at Donggar Temple around 11:00. Across from the temple is the Golden Horse Grassland. Donggar Temple will have your jewelry blessed by a Living Buddha for free. Donggar Temple is not big and it only takes 40 minutes to walk around. Many things in the temple are gold-plated. http://www.mafengwo.cn/i/10286306.html

We went to Donggar Monastery, but did not go inside the temple. We just walked around the outside. In fact, Donggar Monastery is a famous Red Sect temple in Tibet. It is still very majestic, but I am not very interested in attractions like temples.

It's not far from Seda County. When I arrived at noon, the gates were closed. I asked the lamas, and they told me they open at 1:30 PM. Please be mindful of the time! While waiting for the gates to open, I walked around the prayer corridor at the foot of the mountain. It's quite long... not fancy, but I somehow loved it. Back at Dungkar Monastery, there were very few visitors, a stark contrast to the Buddhist Academy. Without the hustle and bustle of tourists, it felt incredibly peaceful! Since I personally enjoy quiet, I loved this place. The halls were so resplendent with gold and splendor that they practically blinded me. In the afternoon, the lamas were chanting, and sitting on the third floor, listening to the chanting, was a truly unique experience. After exiting the temple and heading up and to the left, there's a mani pile. Some corners of the prayer corridor next to it have collapsed, suggesting it's not very popular. After walking through the deserted corridor, I tried to go up further, but there was a sign at the intersection stating that women are prohibited from entering before October. Please pay attention to the sign if you're visiting!

On the day I went there, I happened to encounter the master teaching the Dharma, and I was fortunate enough to receive the master's blessings and empowerment.

The magnificent layers of pagodas, coupled with white walls, give people a sense of sacredness and reveal a sense of pious and pure faith.

Donggar Temple is located halfway up the mountain. It is mainly used for praying. The decoration inside the temple is very luxurious and colorful.

We went in and prayed because my mom was not feeling well and I accompanied her here. She started to have altitude sickness symptoms. I thought she was just upset because she ate chocolate. By the time we got to the next stop, Marmot, I didn't want to move anymore because I felt dizzy if I didn't move. But if I walked, I would get a severe headache. There were many monks chanting here and the building was very good. Namu said that it would be repaired every year and many people came to pray and donate.

Donggar Monastery is a famous Red Sect temple in the Tibetan area and is listed as one of the three major temples in Seda. It is 13 kilometers away from Seda County.

A red shawl can take a big picture, you must prepare

The main hall has three floors. I walked carefully through the three floors and returned to the main hall. Miraculously, I saw everyone queuing up. I looked over and saw that the Living Buddha had appeared. I didn't have time to think and quickly lined up. I wanted to take out the things I thought were good to consecrate the Living Buddha. I took off my earrings and placed them in the palm of my hand, quietly waiting for the Living Buddha's "blessing and initiation."

When it was my turn, I knelt in front of the Living Buddha with my hands together and lowered my head. He put the instrument in his hand on my head, touched my head, and chanted Buddhist scriptures. Finally, he gave me the earrings in my hand. He held them in his hand, chanted some words, blew on them, and gave them back to me. The ceremony was over. I stood up and walked to the side and couldn't control my tears. I didn't know what kind of feeling it was. I was very excited and couldn't control myself. It was like you had been lost with your father for many years and he suddenly appeared and stroked your head. In an instant, I was surrounded by a particularly saturated sense of security and warmth.

Donggar Monastery

Coordinates: About 6 kilometers west of Seda County, Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province, China

If you want to visit Donggar Monastery, transportation seems to be a problem at the moment. There are no direct buses, so you need to charter a car or drive there yourself.

Donggar Monastery is a famous Red Sect monastery in Tibet and is listed as one of the three major monasteries in Seda. Currently, the monastery has a school of exoteric and esoteric teachings and a retreat center, with more than 400 monks living there for study and practice.

The lamas were chanting in the temple hall and taking photos was not allowed.

Inside the inner hall, a high-level lama sat on a raised platform, presumably one with advanced cultivation. Below them, red-robed lamas sat in rows, each holding a scripture in one hand while eating. Tibetans in charge of lunch carried buckets of ghee and walked among the red-robed lamas, pouring it into the lamas' bowls.

Donggar Monastery boasts over a dozen scripture halls, large and small, and flocks of black birds circled in the sky. (My limited knowledge doesn't allow me to say whether they were crows, but they were definitely not vultures.) We stood there for a while and noticed that whenever chanting began in a certain hall, the black birds would flock and circle over it, as accurate as Pavlov's conditioned reflex. But the locals might not be keen on scientific explanations; the presence of spirits in humans and animals is as commonplace in this land as breathing.

We arrived at Donggar Monastery in the morning and sat in meditation in the temple, feeling relaxed and at ease.

Above the Jinma Grassland, between the clouds. Kneel devoutly in the main hall as the master chants and prays. At the foot of the mountain lies a long and sacred prayer corridor. A full circumambulation takes about 30 minutes, followed by a quiet prayer. After circumambulating, you'll gaze out over the wilderness. You can go upstairs for a tour, but be sure to listen to the local guide's instructions and avoid wandering around. Being overly curious can be a bad idea.

Donggar Monastery is a renowned Red Sect temple in Tibet, listed as one of the three major temples in Seda. Founded in 1686 by Quxi Wujin, the temple sits atop a sacred mountain shaped like a white conch. Within the halls are a seated statue of Sakyamuni, religious murals painted on three sides, and vibrant red pillars adorned with dragon carvings and floral patterns. The vibrant colors create a solemn and dignified atmosphere.

I took off my shoes and entered the temple, and the master gave me a drop of holy water.

Thank you, and I hope I will be safe in the future.

We were very lucky. It snowed heavily last night, making the Jinma Grassland even more beautiful.

Donggar Monastery is majestic and magnificent! Facing the vast mountains and the pristine white clouds, you will feel relaxed and refreshed, and all your fatigue will be forgotten!

Donggar Monastery is worth a visit. Below Donggar Monastery is the Seda Grassland. It looks very vast and is very close to the county town. It's only a ten-minute drive. It's a good route to visit Donggar Monastery in the morning, return to the county town for lunch, and then go to the sky burial in the afternoon. It avoids detours and saves time.

The palace is magnificent. Inside the store are Buddha statues, precious Buddhist scriptures, pharmacopoeias, and Tibetan medicinal materials. On the top floor is the "Night Pearl," a treasure that protects the house.

I walked there, a short 6km walk, but I didn't realize the road was under construction. It was a bummer! I took a scooter back. The temple is quite beautiful and continues to expand. Sitting under the eaves, looking out over the Seda grasslands and listening to the wind chimes was quite nice. I'd definitely take a half-day to visit and check out some suggestions.

The scenery is nice, but I didn’t really go in to see it. However, there are not many people going there, so it should be nice.

We went too early and the main hall was not open yet, so we just walked around the periphery and saw wild rabbits.

Well, am I the luckiest? Before I went there, I read many articles saying that Donggar Temple is good, beautiful, with many statues, and a nice hall... and so on. Well, after experiencing rain and bumpy roads, we chartered a car to go back, and then... we unexpectedly encountered the once-in-a-century Donggar Temple being closed... We arrived early and saw that the opening time was 2 pm, so we waited until almost 3 pm, walked around everywhere, and found it very strange. For such a big temple, except for a little lama who was less than ten years old, there was no one else, not a single adult... In the end, we returned with regret. When we got back to the youth hostel, we learned that the Living Buddha of Donggar Temple had passed away in a car accident, and we happened to catch up with his funeral. All the adult lamas in the temple went to chant sutras... To commemorate the once-in-a-century Donggar Temple

There were almost no tourists there, and we listened to the lamas debating in peace and quiet.

Not a must-go place.

The temple is located over 10 kilometers from Seda County, across a grassland. Normally, it's a rather empty monastery with few public facilities. Inside, around ten lamas chant sutras, and upstairs, there are numerous Buddha statues. If you're lucky, a lama might give you a small gift, such as a small pebble, from his prayers.

You can go for a walk when you take a break after coming back from the Buddhist College. A few people can charter a car, and it costs 15-20 yuan per person for a round trip.

This is the richest Tibetan temple I have ever seen. The large crystal chandeliers are so luxurious. Although I can’t understand the murals in the main hall, they are really exquisite.

Seda Portrait Special—Little Lama

They left their hometowns and parents at a very young age to study Buddhism here. According to the lecturer, the youngest is seven and the oldest is fifteen. Most of them don't understand Chinese. I asked a young lama, "Do you miss your parents?" He seemed to understand and gestured to me, meaning "over one mountain there's another, very far away." They were curious about our arrival, as Donggar Monastery isn't very popular. The tour guide said they can't go too many, or they'll have to leave secular life. I wanted to take a picture with a young lama, and I gestured, "click, click," but he shook his head, as if to say no. I pulled a White Rabbit candy out of my bag, and he immediately put it in his mouth. I told him you have to open the wrapper before you can eat it. He smiled adorably and said, "Ga, really!" (Thank you). I saw a young lama with a runny nose. I asked him, "Do you have a cold?" He wiped it with his sleeve. I asked, "Have you taken your medicine?" He said something I didn't understand. The young lamas were curious about our phones, cameras, and snacks, and they all came over to take a look. They were warm and sincere. As we left, I said, "Demo!" (Goodbye). Two young lamas gave two young women in the car barley cakes and sent us off. After saying goodbye, I pointed to our car and said, "Let's go together." An older lama asked, "Where to?" We said, "Chengdu." He shook his head and said, "No," with a pure smile. Then a group of young lamas waved us off, saying, "Demo!" (Tashi Delek!)

I will always remember your flower-like smiles. May you be happy and safe, and live in peace with the world forever. In this pure land, pursue what you want. Tashi Delek🙏

The additional attractions on this trip seemed to cost dozens of yuan per person, but I really think it was worth it! The beauty and sacredness of Donggar Temple exceeded our expectations. Unfortunately, we went a little late, and it was cloudy, so we didn't take particularly beautiful photos. However, Donggar Temple is really recommended to visit, especially the murals inside the temple. I really don't want to leave after seeing them!

It's so beautiful. Below is the Jinma Grassland. However, the grass hadn't grown yet when I went there. Haha

It's so beautiful. Below is the Jinma Grassland. However, the grass hadn't grown yet when I went there. Haha

There's no bustle of a Buddhist academy here. I happened to run into a family of young and old who came here to pray. The old man came from a long distance with a cane, and he marveled at the power of faith that can help people overcome many difficulties.

When I went there, it happened to be a grand event. The locals were all dressed up and it was very grand.

Donggar Monastery is listed as one of the three major monasteries in Seda. It is not far from Seda County and is definitely worth a visit. There are almost no tourists visiting Donggar Monastery and no entrance fee is charged.

Donggar Monastery, a Red Sect temple, is located on Donggar Mountain in the Jinma Grassland, 7-8 kilometers from Seda County. Donggar, meaning "white conch" in Tibetan, derives its name from the mountainside location of the temple. Donggar Monastery is the foremost of the thirteen ancient and modern Seda monasteries, with a history spanning over 300 years. The temple's most striking feature is the golden Medicine Buddha Pagoda, which houses over ten thousand statues, primarily of the Medicine Buddha, as well as scriptures, mantra relics, and other relics. Monks chant sutras year-round in the scripture hall, praying for the well-being of all. While the text itself is incomprehensible, the chanting possesses a metallic quality, like a polyphonic harmony, sometimes high-pitched, sometimes resonant, sometimes deep, sometimes distant. Sitting quietly in the hall, listening, it feels as if all worldly noise has faded away, leaving only the ethereal sounds of the Buddha's land, a tranquil and peaceful atmosphere.

It is far from the county town. It is close to the Jinma Grassland, halfway up the mountain. Looking down from above, I feel my heart is broad-minded. Under the blue sky, Donggar Temple stands there majestically. When I went there at 2:30 in the afternoon, I caught up with the afternoon lessons of the temple and listened for an hour. It cleanses the soul,

Nestled on the mountainside, it is exceptionally clean and peaceful, and worth a visit.

Donggar Temple is 8 kilometers away from the county seat. It is very quiet and the temple is very exquisite. You can take pictures of everything except the Buddha statues. You must go there when you arrive in Seda.

The temple is large in scale, magnificent and sacred, which makes people feel awe. The blue sky and white clouds, alpine grasslands, and Mani prayer flags complement each other very well.

The taxi fare from the county town to Donggar Monastery was 70 yuan. I was broke, so I took a ride. Upon arriving at Donggar Monastery, I was overwhelmed by the scale of the main hall and the scenery of the mountains behind it. Climbing the mountain alone, I felt like the king of the mountain. So free!

At the commanding heights of Seda Grassland, you can overlook the entire grassland. The monks are very friendly and the scenery is nice.

I heard that it has a history of over 500 years and is the largest and most influential Gelugpa temple in East Asia. It is also a temple of great significance in modern Tibetan history. The decoration inside is very gorgeous and peaceful.

One of the three major Tibetan Buddhist temples in Seda County, it has magnificent architecture, especially the interior of the main hall, which is very gorgeous and worth visiting. The prayer path at the foot of the mountain is also very large. It takes at least half an hour to walk around the prayer path. It is currently open to the public free of charge.

It is a very quiet temple away from the world. When we went there, a lama was very enthusiastic and kept pulling us to the second and third floors to visit. It was a very beautiful place. The lama's eyes were very beautiful, and it felt very pure and beautiful. And when we asked him to take a photo for us, he was also very enthusiastic, and later he took a photo with us. His smile was very clean and generous, which was simply purifying. I think if you come to Seda, you must visit Donggar Temple. It left a very deep impression on me.

It's really magnificent. If you're lucky, you can hear the chanting.

When the weather is good, it's absolutely beautiful! ! ! ! And you can take photos inside Donggar Temple! ...

It is very convenient to go here, right next to Seda. It is the largest temple in Seda County. I felt different after visiting Seda Buddhist College. It has a more authentic feeling, but it is very simple with only the temple. The feeling of seeing the Buddhist College is like a group of houses, which is very shocking. But here is a normal temple, very pure.

Donggar Monastery is a famous Red Sect temple in Tibet and is listed as one of the three major temples in Seda.

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I went there because it was nearby, and the result was amazing

Dongga Monastery was built in 1686 and is one of the three major monasteries in Seda.

Dongga Monastery is about a 20-minute drive from Seda County. Inside the monastery, there's an old lama who's very kind, though unfortunately, he can't communicate in Chinese. The monastery is magnificent, housing many Tibetan Buddhist statues. It's very solemn and awe-inspiring, and you have to take off your shoes before entering. The scenery outside the monastery is magnificent, and the weather is changeable. We experienced sunny, cloudy, and hailstorms. The people there are very nice, including a Tibetan shepherd who's very kind and looks very handsome on horseback. We went during off-peak hours, so there weren't many people, so it felt very comfortable. It made me feel very peaceful and relaxed, and the world felt quiet.

This is a nice place. It would be more beautiful if you go there during the blooming season.

It is one of the three major temples in Seda. The temple is magnificent and worth visiting.

The three major temples in Seda, each temple has its own story

Compared to the Buddhist Academy, Donggar Monastery may not be a big deal, but for the locals, it is also a relatively important temple. You can go and see it.

Donggar Monastery, a renowned Red Sect temple in Tibet and listed as one of the three major temples in Seda, is located approximately 6 kilometers northwest of the county seat, perched on a sacred mountain shaped like a white conch. Founded in 1686 by Quxi Wujin, the temple boasts a seated statue of Sakyamuni, religious murals on three sides, and vibrant red pillars carved with dragons and intricate patterns. The vibrant colors create a solemn and majestic atmosphere.

On the way there, I heard that it was built by a certain celebrity. However, the hall is solemn and magnificent, and it is worth a visit.

It's a bit of a drive from Seda County to get here, and the road conditions are not particularly good, but the temple is very magnificent. I went there at the end of 2014, and the temple was almost completed. Some halls were not open to the public, but it was a very magnificent temple!

Donggar Monastery is one of the largest monasteries in the area. It has a rich Tibetan Buddhist cultural heritage, grand architecture, beautiful murals, carved dragons and painted pillars, and a solemn and tranquil atmosphere that reflects the monastery's grandeur and majesty.

It is indeed very beautiful. People who usually go to Seda directly to the Buddhist Academy will not go there. But it is worth recommending.

Renovations have been successfully completed on the monastery's Lotus Light Palace, large and small scripture halls, and the Youth Meditation Center. The monastery houses a Buddhist college for both exoteric and esoteric Buddhism and a retreat center, with over 300 monks currently residing and studying. Visitors to Donggar Monastery can experience Tibetan Buddhist culture and savor the atmosphere of a "holy land, pure land."

The main temple looks very grand, and the beams are all exquisitely carved and painted with watercolors, all new and colorful. We climbed the hillside and sat quietly, looking at the undulating mountains and the shadows reflected by the sunlight not far away.

The temple near Seda County is a famous Red Sect temple in the Tibetan area. It has many practicing lamas and often holds religious ceremonies there.