Seda Larung Gar - A City of Faith in Red Houses
Seda Larung Gar, abbreviated as Larung Gar, is situated in Luojo Town, Sertar County, Garzê Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province, at an altitude of about 4,000 meters. It is the largest Tibetan Buddhist academy in the world. The academy is renowned for its red wooden houses covering the mountains, the resplendent mandala, and the solemn prayer halls, attracting countless pilgrims and tourists every year. It is not only a research center for the Nyingma school (Red Hat sect) of Tibetan Buddhism but also a unique cultural destination blending religion, culture, and natural landscapes.
Overview
Seda Larung Gar was founded in 1980 by Khenpo Jigme Phuntsok, initially with only a few dozen students. Today, it has grown into a vast religious community with tens of thousands of monks and nuns. The name "Larung" refers to the five sciences in Buddhism: language (linguistics), crafts (technology), medicine, logic, and Buddhist philosophy. The academy is famous for its rigorous Buddhist education and unique architectural landscape, earning the title "the largest Buddhist academy in the world."
- Location: Luojo Town, Sertar County, Garzê Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province, about 20 km from the county seat
