King Gesar Square
格萨尔广场
The central square of Jyekundo. A huge bronze statue of King Gesar on horseback is Yushu's landmark, and locals gather to dance guozhuang in the evening.
King Gesar Square is in the centre of Jyekundo town in Yushu City. A bronze statue of King Gesar on horseback stands in the middle of the square. It is tall and imposing, and it is Yushu's most representative city landmark and a must-photograph spot for visitors. Yushu is one of the core regions where the epic *The Epic of King Gesar* has been passed down. Around the square are the prefecture museum, buildings related to Gesar culture and a commercial street. In the evenings, Tibetan locals often gather to dance guozhuang, and visitors are welcome to join in. The square is free and open to the public. It is in the city centre and within walking distance, making it a good first stop after arriving in Yushu, or a starting point for trips to Jyekundo Monastery and Jiana Mani Stone Pile. At high altitude, take care to protect yourself from the sun and to take things slowly.
Opening hours
Open all day; free admission
Nearby sights
- Yushu Prefecture Museum
- Jyekundo Monastery
- Yushu Earthquake Memorial
- Yushu Horse Racing Festival
- Gyanak Mani Stone Mound
- Thrangu Monastery
- Princess Wencheng Temple
- Dangka Monastery