Maqu Gesar Cultural Center

　　In 1982, Longen Monastery – Pema Dengbao established the Maqu Gesar Cultural Activity Center based on Longen Monastery. The center’s museum houses thirty life-sized generals carved from sandalwood, as well as other significant historical relics. Additionally, the monastery has a Tibetan opera troupe consisting of 45 monks who adapt the stories of Gesar, the beloved ancient Tibetan hero, and other folk legends into performances on stage. In December 1993, Zhao Puchu, former Vice Chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference and President of the Buddhist Association of China, inscribed the name “Maqu Gesar Cultural Center.” The artistic activities of the Maqu Gesar Cultural Center attract not only fellow Tibetans but also an increasing number of domestic and international tourists.