Qiangqin Temple in Rinbung County, Shigatse
Chinese Name: 强钦寺
English Name: Qiangqin Temple in Rinbung County, Shigatse
Location: Located in Rinbung County, Shigatse, Tibet Autonomous Region
Admission Fee: Free
Opening Hours: All Day
About Qiangqin Temple
Located at the foot of the Gongbajiabu Mountainin (贡巴加布山) of Tibet Autonomous Region and with an altitude of about 3,800 meters above sea level,it was built by Renbu Zongzong Benobu Sanbo in 1427. Covering an area of about 6,000 square meters, more and more monks and worshippers come to Qiangqin Temple after vicissitudes occurred more than 600 years.
Tour in Qiangqin Temple
Once you get into Qiangqin Temple, you’ll see the white pagoda on the west side with three-floors of structure, white wall, wide open window which made it more primitive simplicity and elegant.
Dedicated to Qiangqin Temple, the main hall is divided into two levels.Entering the hall, there was nothing but silence adding the mystery here.
Tourist Services of Qiangqin Temple
Cuisine and Snack: In Rinbung County, there are many delicacy snacks.
Accommodation: After you enjoy the gorgeous scenery of Qiangqin Temple, you may accommodate in the hotels if you can’t get back to Rinbung County in time.
Shopping: Rinbung was rich in natural forest resources, including economic plants and medicinal plants. As for the economic plants, there are many wild plantain and bananas
Attraction Transportation:
Rinbung County Transportation
You can choose either self-driving traveling or take public transportation. According to your beginning place, there may be different ways to go to Rinbung County. There are two main lines available below.
- Lhasa- Shigatse- Rinbung County
You can reach Lhasa by air or train. Then take a bus to Rinbung County.
- Shigatse- Rinbung County
You can also take a specific train to Shigatse and take a bus to Rinbung County.
Attraction Travel Tips:
- Traveling Hours: 1 day
- Traveling Seasons: June to September
- High Altitude Sickness Avoiding: Bring enough water or drinks, fruits and snacks with high caloric content.
- Pay attention to prepare some cold weather gear like a hat, gloves, a scarf and a thick winter coat.
- The Border Permit is required to enter the mountain; as it is less convenient to apply for one in Tibet, it is suggested to obtain the permit ahead of the travelling.
