Gyantse Kumbum
The impressive Gyantse Kumbum is within the Pelkor Chode Monastery. It was built in 1427.
Ticket Takers
At entry to the Gyantse Kumbum.
Gyantse Kumbum Close-up
Entry to Gyantse Kumbum
Pelkor Chode Monastery Assembly Hall
Statue 1
Statue 2
Statue 3
Statue 4
Statue 5
Statue 6
Drum Inside Assembly Hall
Figure 7
Yak Butter Candles
These candles had extremely intricate designs. The most common "candles" were just vats of butter with burning wicks. The aroma of burning butter can be overpowering in the monasteries.
Prayer Flags
The string of colorful prayer flags provided a strong contrast to the scene.
Flag Close-up
The details on the flags are clearly visible in this close-up.
Monk Quarters
Within the Pelkor Chode Monastery compound.
Old Man
He was watching us from his roof take pictures in the streets around the monastery.
Gyantse Street View
Home
The front of this house includes the typical wall covered with Yak dung patties. The dried Yak shit is used as fuel for cooking and heating.
Gyantse Dzong
This fortress which overlooks Gyantse as seen from my hotel window.
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