This 300-year-old monastery houses over 600 Tibetan monks and is one of the most prominent Tibetan monasteries in southwest China. It is located at about 10 minutes from the town and offers great views over the valley.
You may like to continue to explore some of the fascinating surrounding Tibetan villages with your guide before returning to the town.
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Photos of Songzanlin Monastery
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Monk looking out at the view over Songzanlin Monastery in Shangri-la -
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Songzanlin monastery, Shangri-la, China -
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Songzanlin Monastery -
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Songzanlin Monastery -
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Songzanlin Monastery -
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Songzanlin Monastery
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You can enjoy this activity as part of the suggested tours below, or we can weave it into a trip shaped entirely around you.
