Thrangu Monastery
禅古寺（创古寺）
A Kagyu school monastery south of Jyekundo. It is the main monastery of Thrangu Rinpoche and was almost entirely destroyed in the 2010 earthquake before being rebuilt on the grassland. The night sky here is excellent for stargazing.
Thrangu Monastery, also known as Chuangu Monastery, is a Kagyu school monastery and the main seat of Thrangu Rinpoche. It lies in the Zachu River valley about 7 km south of Jyekundo town. Almost all of it collapsed in the 2010 Yushu earthquake, after which it was rebuilt on the nearby grassland. Its golden-roofed assembly hall and white stupas stand out against the grassland, and with little light pollution around it, it is a favourite spot for astrophotographers. Entry is free, but please respect the monks' daily routines. The coordinates are taken from the old monastery site on OSM, and the rebuilt monastery is located nearby, so navigate using the name "Thrangu Monastery."
Opening hours
Open daytime
Nearby sights
- Yushu Earthquake Memorial
- King Gesar Square
- Yushu Prefecture Museum
- Jyekundo Monastery
- Princess Wencheng Temple
- Gyanak Mani Stone Mound
- Batang Grassland
- Yushu Horse Racing Festival