Sangzhou Monastery

　　Introduction  Sangzhou Monastery was built to protect the ancient Zangniang Pagoda. In 1260 AD, the eminent Tibetan Buddhist master Gana Dampa (who once served as the Imperial Preceptor of the Yuan Dynasty) constructed the monastery next to the pagoda. The monastery currently consists of three large and small stupas, four shrine halls, monk quarters, and other structures. Many of the religious relics preserved within the monastery exhibit a high level of artistic achievement in terms of figure depiction and craftsmanship, reflecting rich historical content. Sangzhou Monastery has been designated as a national-level cultural heritage site.

　　 Yushu Prefecture, Qinghai