Samye Monastery was built as the first monastery in Tibet. It is the place where Buddhism was established, the monastery is also of major historical and religious importance.
Yungbulakang Palace, reputed to be the first palace in Tibet history, is also one of the oldest buildings in Tibet. As the cradle of Tibet civilization, it plays an important role in Tibet history.
With a fusion of Han, Tibetan and Nepali architecture, the Pelkor Chode (Palcho) Monastery is a unique monastery in Gyantse where three classes of Buddhism (Sakyas, Gedang, and Gelugpa) exist harmoniously.
Three Day TravelOn the morning of Day 1, walk to Baoguo Temple (报国寺) and Fuhu temple (伏虎寺), then purchase a park entrance ticket (120RMB/person; half-price with student ID card