Pelkor Chode Monastery
Pelkor Chode is unusual for housing several Buddhist schools under one roof; its Kumbum stupa has nine levels, over a hundred chapels and thousands of images. The murals and clay sculptures inside make it Gyantse's unmissable sight.
Overview
Quick facts about Pelkor Chode Monastery
Pelkor Chode is unusual for housing several Buddhist schools under one roof; its Kumbum stupa has nine levels, over a hundred chapels and thousands of images. The murals and clay sculptures inside make it Gyantse's unmissable sight.
| Type | Religious Site |
|---|---|
| Altitude | 4,050 m (13,287 ft) |
| Visit length | About 1.5 hours |
| Opening hours | 09:00–17:00 (varies by monastery) |
How to visit
Practical advice from our Lhasa team.
- Walk slowly. Steep stairs at altitude are harder — come on your second or third day, not the day you arrive.
- Taxi drop-off: Gate drop-off zone
- Bus: City or county buses stop near the gate
Hotels near Pelkor Chode Monastery
Sorted by walking or driving distance when we have it; otherwise hotels we use in the same city.
Best time to visit
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