Riwooe Monastery

The Riwooe Monastery, originally belong to the Darlung Gagyu Sect, was built in 1277 by Sanggyiwen, son of the 4th Prince of Dharma of the Darlung Monastery according to legend. Later, Abbot Wogyain Gongbo built the main hall of Riwoqe Monastery-Chagyima Hall In 1326. Since the Chagyima Hall was unique in shape and very elegant, it became the symbol of the Darlung Gagyu Sect. As the monastery and the hall were located in Riwooe which means high mountains in Tibet, hence the name Riwooe Monastery. Tibetan Buddhists traditionally visit the Jokhang Monastery first and the Chagyima Hall second which shows the Riwooe Monastery's high reputation in Tibet. Chajema Hall is the main building of Riwoqe Monastery with a combination of the architectural styles of Tibet, Han and Nepal. The hall mainly enshrines a silver statue of Sangje Yajun which was cast at the very beginning of the construction of the monastery and weighs in 815 jin.

Besides, the hall treasures over 5,000 pieces of precious cultural relics including the statues of Buddha and thangkas which all have a long history and high archaeological and ornamental value. Riwoqe Monastery would hold fourteen great Buddhist rituals at regular intervals every year. Including chanting the sutras, praying to the god, driving out the evil spirits and granting donations. Therefore, Riwoqe Monastery has not only the grand buildings, but also the broad, profound religious culture and beautiful natural scenery which redouble its charm and make it full of religious, investigation and scientific value. A trip to Riwooe Monastery is necessary if time is permission when you traveling in Tibet. Here are some guide information for travelling to Riwoqe Monastery. Address: 30 km from the county seat Riwoqe County in Chamdo of Tibet.. Admission Fee: Free . Contact Number: 86- 10-85968802