Tradruk Temple

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Tradruk Temple, also known as Changzhug Monastery, is one of the earliest Buddhist temples in Tibet, China. Located in the Yarlung Valley near the town of Tsetang in the Shannan Prefecture, it is believed to have been founded during the reign of Songtsen Gampo in the 7th century. The temple is renowned for its exquisite thangka, featuring a pearled Tārā that is said to be made from 29,000 pearls. Tradruk Temple holds significant historical and religious importance, as it reflects the early spread of Buddhism in Tibet and houses numerous ancient artifacts and statues.

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