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Gyantse Tibet Guide 2026: Pelkor Chode Monastery & the Kumbum Stupa
Gyantse is Tibet's third largest town and home to two of its most important religious sites — Pelkor Chode Monastery and the extraordinary Kumbum Stupa, a multi-story mandala in three dimensions. This guide covers how to reach Gyantse, the Tibet Travel Permit system, what to see at the monastery complex, the old Dzong fortress, and practical tips for visiting this relatively uncrowded Tibetan town.
Updated May 2026
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Xiahe Labrang Monastery Gansu Guide 2026: Giant Tibetan Buddhist Monastery & Grassland Town
Xiahe and Labrang Monastery in Gansu Province offer one of China's most immersive Tibetan Buddhist experiences outside Tibet. This 2026 guide covers monastery visiting etiquette, the kora prayer wheel circuit, Sangke Grassland day trips, festival timing, and how to reach this remote but extraordinary destination in the Gannan Tibetan area.
Updated May 2026
Read →Shangri-La Yunnan Complete Guide 2026: Songzanlin Monastery, Napa Lake & Tibetan Culture
Shangri-La (formerly Zhongdian) in northwestern Yunnan is China's most accessible Tibetan cultural destination — a high-altitude town at 3,300m where Tibetan monasteries, yak butter tea houses, and genuine highland culture coexist with comfortable tourism infrastructure. This 2026 complete guide covers Songzanlin Monastery, Napa Lake, the old town, and realistic tips for planning your visit.
Updated May 2026
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