Sera Monastery
Lhasa's monastery of the debating monks, beneath the hills north of the city.
Sera Monastery was founded in 1419 by Jamchen Choje, a disciple of Tsongkhapa, on the northern edge of Lhasa. It is best known for monastic debate: in its courtyard monks question one another on Buddhist philosophy, punctuating each point with a sharp clap. Afternoon debate is the session most visitors see.
Highlights
Founded in 1419
Daily monastic debate in the courtyard
One of Lhasa's three great Gelug monasteries
Trips that visit Sera Monastery
Practical Info
Address
Northern Lhasa, Tibet Autonomous Region
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Lhasa
Tibet's spiritual and political capital, home to the Potala Palace
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