The Bongya Monastery is located in Chukhok Township, Rebkong (Tongren) County, Malho (Huangnan) Prefecture, in Tshongon (Qinghai) Province, China. It is the largest Bon monastery in the region. Its full name, Menri Shedrub Mindroling, indicates its affiliation with the Menri monastic tradition, founded by Nyame Sherab Gyaltsen (1356–1415). Bongya Rinpoche …
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Haiyan County (海晏县) is a county in Qinghai Province, China. It is situated on the northeastern edge of the Qinghai Lake, the largest saltwater lake in China. The county belongs to the Haidong Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture and is known for its natural beauty, cultural diversity, and historical significance. Location: Coordinates: …
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Gonghe County (共和县), located in Hainan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture in Qinghai Province, China, is a scenic and culturally rich area on the northeastern edge of the Tibetan Plateau. Known for its expansive grasslands, historical significance, and proximity to Qinghai Lake, Gonghe serves as a gateway to exploring the natural beauty …
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Wenchuan (汶川) is a county in Ngawa Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province, China. Located on the upper reaches of the Min River, it is known for its stunning natural landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and as the epicenter of the devastating 2008 Wenchuan Earthquake. Here’s an overview of Wenchuan …
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Longnan (陇南) is a prefecture-level city in the southeastern part of Gansu Province, China. Known for its diverse landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and historical significance, Longnan is located in a region where the Tibetan Plateau meets the Qinling and Daba mountain ranges. This geographical positioning gives Longnan a unique blend …
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