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Tibetan Buddhist Monastery

Sera Monastery

Sera Monastery is one of the largest monasteries in Geluk Sect in Tibetan Buddhism
and center for the study of Tibetan Buddhist philosophy.

Elevation
3700 M
Founder
Jamchen Chojey Sakya Yeshi
Built
1419
Main Attraction
Philosophical Debate &
Sera Tamdrin

Brief History

The monastery was founded in 1419 during the 15th century by Jamchen Chojey Sakya Yeshi, a disciple of Tsongkhapa.This monastery is one of the largest Gelug sect monasteries in Tibet. It situates on the northern outskirts of Lhasa.

Origin Of The Name

According to legend, during the monastery’s construction. There were frequent and intense hailstorms (Sera in Tibetan) on the hill behind it, which led to its name.

Monastery Structure

The monastery has a complex layout consisting of colleges and a grand assembly hall. In the eastern section lies the great assembly hall.

In the western part of the monastery, there are three colleges: Sera Je Dratsang, Sera Me Dratsang, and Ngakpa Dratsang.

Main Attraction

The main attraction within the monastery is the chapel dedicated to Sera Tamdrin (Hayagriva),the monastery’s meditational deity and principal protector.

Its rich religious and cultural heritage and unique architecture attracts numerous pilgrims and tourists alike.

Visitor Experience

This monastery attracts a large number of tourists from across the globe. A visit here not only enriches one’s spiritual understanding but also offers an opportunity to explore the unique Buddhist learning method through the monks’ debates.

These debating sessions typically take place in the afternoon. After exploring the monastery, visitors can spend some time observing the debates and even take photos.

Plan Your Visit: For detailed information about the monastery and Tibet tours, feel free to reach out to us at info@tibetroofofworld.com . Our expert team will address all your inquiries regarding Tibet tours and the attractions in Tibet.

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2: Alien Permit

Alien Travel Permit (ATP) is an additional permit which is required if your itinerary is in Gyirong, Kailash, Ngari and EBC in western part of Tibet,Tsedang,Nyinchi, Ranwo Lake, Basum Lake, Sakga or Shalu Monasteries in Shigatse area,

3: Military Permit

The Military Permits as you can see from the word, this permit is related to military department, thus, this travel document is mainly issued by the military authority in Tibet, in fact, this permit is compulsory for entering to any border regions between China and neighboring countries. Military permits are required for visiting following places in Tibet apart from TTP.

  • Ali (Far Western Tibet)
  • Guge Kingdom (Far Western Tibet)
  • Gyirong (New Border to Nepal)
  • Lake Manasarovar (Near Mt. Kailash in Far Western Tibet)
  • Kailash (Western Tibet)
  • Nyima country (Border country between Ali and Nakchu Prefecture)
  • Cochin

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Tibet Travel Permit (TTP) is the basic required permit to travel to Tibet Autonomous Region (TAR), every foreign travelers must need Tibet Travel Permit to enter to Tibet along with your Chinese Visa or Tibet Group Visa. Though it seems very hard or confusing, it just takes few simple steps, and your travel agency will do the rest.

Tibet Travel Permit is mainly obtained from Tibet Tourism Bureau in Lhasa, Tibet, which contains the tourist’s information and confirmed itineraries.

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