# Changlei Monastery

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Religious site in Tibet

Changlei Monastery Chinese transcription(s) Traditional: 昌列寺 Simplified: 昌列寺 Pinyin: Chānglièsì Panorama of Changlei Monastery Religion Affiliation Tibetan Buddhism Sect Nyingma Leadership Karma Rinpoche Location Location Barkam, Ngawa, Sichuan Country China Location within China Coordinates 31°54′28″N 102°09′36″E / 31.90778°N 102.16000°E / 31.90778; 102.16000 Architecture Style Tibetan Buddhist monastery Founder Shire Jangtsen (The reincarnation of Yudra Nyingpo) Established 13th century CE Website http://www.changleisi.com/

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Changlei Holy Mountain is located in Yingbolo of [Barkam](/source/Barkam_City). The surrounding terrain forms a bowl-shaped highland valley. The 83-hectare monastic complex is situated near the center of this area.

According to traditional accounts, in the 8th century CE, the master [Vairotsana](/source/Vairotsana) and the yogi [Yudra Nyingpo](/source/Yudra_Nyingpo) resided in this region and transmitted Dharma teachings.[1]

Around the 13th century CE, the reincarnation of [Yudra Nyingpo](/source/Yudra_Nyingpo) — Shire Jangtsen — built a retreat hut on Mount Yingbolo, which later developed into a small monastery. This is regarded as the origin of Changlei Monastery.[2]

Between 1966 and 1976, Changlei Monastery was destroyed during the [Cultural Revolution](/source/Cultural_Revolution), leaving only partial ruins.[3]

After 1980, under the leadership of Tulku Yanban Shire Jangtsen ([Karma Rinpoche](/source/Karma_Rinpoche)), rebuilding efforts began, leading to the establishment of the present monastery complex.[4][5]

The Small Scripture Hall of Changlei Monastery was designated as a provincial-level cultural relic protection unit (the eighth batch) in [Sichuan](/source/Sichuan) in 2012.[6]

## Location

Changlei Monastery is located on Changlei Holy Mountain in [Ngawa Prefecture](/source/Ngawa_Tibetan_and_Qiang_Autonomous_Prefecture), [Barkam City](/source/Barkam_City), [Sichuan Province](/source/Sichuan), [China](/source/China).

### 1. Administrative Division

The monastery is under the jurisdiction of [Barkam City](/source/Barkam_City).[7][8] It is one of several [Nyingma](/source/Nyingma) monasteries in the region.[9]

### 2. Physical Geography

- Located at an elevation of about 3,500 meters on the slopes of Changlei Mountain, overlooking [Barkam City](/source/Barkam) and the Suomo River Gorge.

- Situated on the eastern edge of the [Qinghai–Tibet Plateau](/source/Tibetan_Plateau), characterized by alpine terrain, a cold and humid climate, and seasonal vegetation changes.

### 3. Transportation

- Approximately 480 km from [Chengdu](/source/Chengdu) via expressway through [Wenchuan](/source/Wenchuan_County).

- Around 16 km (roughly 30 minutes by car) from downtown [Barkam](/source/Barkam).

- [Barkam](/source/Barkam) serves as a local transportation hub with routes to nearby counties.

## Architecture

Changlei Monastery’s layout follows the mountain slope, with structures arranged across multiple terraces. The complex includes temples, a Buddhist institute, a retreat area, and a museum.[10][11]

Main facilities include:

- Old Monastery

- Avalokiteśvara Hall

- Śākyamuni Hall

- Buddhist Institute

- Retreat Center

- Changlei Museum

- Grand Hall Library

## Teachers and Lamas

Changlei Monastery hosts over 500 resident monks. Principal teachers include:

- [Karma Rinpoche](/source/Karma_Rinpoche) (Yanban Shire Jangtsen)[12][13]

- Khenchen Gongsang Rinpoche

- Khenpo Agen

## Dharma Teachings

The monastery regularly offers Dharma lectures, retreats, and annual prayer ceremonies. Teachings are published on its official website and related platforms. Topics include:

- Mind cultivation practices

- Preliminary practices of [Dzogchen](/source/Dzogchen)

- Application of Buddhist teachings in daily life

- Live-streamed ceremonies and Q&A sessions

- Annual festivals

Recordings and written materials are also compiled for practitioners.[14]

Additional interviews and teachings by [Karma Rinpoche](/source/Karma_Rinpoche) are available on external Dharma platforms.[15][16][17][18][19]

## Dharma Activities

Annual ceremonies at Changlei Monastery include:

- During Lunar New Year: Phowa empowerment and group practice

- January: Wrathful Guru Rinpoche Puja

- May: Commemoration of the late master Tuden Chokyi Zhaba

- June: Annual celebration of Guru Rinpoche’s birthday

- November: Vajrasattva Winter Practice Puja

[20]

## Gallery

		- Aerial view of Changlie Monastery, Aba Prefecture, Sichuan.

		- Partial view of Changlie Monastic College, Aba Prefecture, Sichuan

		- Partial view of the 800-year-old monastery at Changlie Monastery

		- Eye-level view of the Shakyamuni statue

		- Upward View of the Avalokiteśvara Hall Statue

		- Exterior View of the Grand Sutra Hall, Changlie Monastery

		- The world’s largest Padmasambhava statue under construction

## See also

- [Karma Rinpoche](/source/Karma_Rinpoche)

- [Nyingma](/source/Nyingma)

- [Tibetan Buddhism](/source/Tibetan_Buddhism)

- [Yudra Nyingpo](/source/Yudra_Nyingpo)

## References

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1. **[^](#cite_ref-5)** Huxinting Kanxueke (2018-12-04). ["Bodhisattvas Delivered a Sacred Eye Stone During the Construction of the Reclining Buddha Hall"](https://zhuanlan.zhihu.com/p/51502758). *Zhihu* (in Chinese (China)).

1. **[^](#cite_ref-6)** ["Notice from the People's Government of Sichuan Province on Announcing the Eighth Batch of Provincial-Level Cultural Relics Protection Units"](https://www.sc.gov.cn/10462/10883/11066/2012/7/20/10218839.shtml). *Sichuan Provincial People's Government*. Retrieved 2025-12-02.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-7)** ["Changlei Monastery"](https://crgis.rchss.sinica.edu.tw/religion/bgis/15034). *Cultural Resources GIS* (in Chinese (Taiwan)). Retrieved 2025-11-24.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-8)** Zhang Yue (2014-01-09). ["Exploring a Highland Temple with Elevators — Changlei Monastery"](https://www.chinanews.com.cn/tp/hd2011/2014/01-09/288522.shtml). *China News* (in Chinese (China)). Retrieved 2025-11-24.

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1. **[^](#cite_ref-10)** ["Changlei Monastery: A Shining Jewel on the Western Sichuan Plateau"](https://travel.sina.cn/domestic/pages/2014-08-04/detail-ifyixcaw3533271.d.html). *Sina Travel* (in Chinese (China)). 2014-08-04. Retrieved 2025-11-24.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-11)** ["Changlei Monastery Travel Guide"](https://www.wingontravel.com/discovery/scenic-changlie-temple-13703312). *Wing On Travel* (in Chinese (China)). Retrieved 2025-11-24.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-12)** ["Karma Rinpoche Introduction"](http://www.changleisi.com/index/Article/detail_article/id/18689.html) (in Chinese (China)). Changlei Monastery. Retrieved 2025-11-19.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-13)** ["His Eminence Karma Rinpoche"](https://www.lama.com.tw/content/people/index2.aspx?id=539). *lama.com.tw* (in Chinese (Taiwan)). 2008-02-25. Retrieved 2025-11-24.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-14)** ["Teachings and Publications by Teachers"](http://www.changleisi.com/index/Book/read_party) (in Chinese (China)). Changlei Monastery. Retrieved 2025-11-19.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-15)** ["October 21 Sina Micro Interview: Full Record"](http://fo.sina.com.cn/o/2013-10-25/154213825.shtml). *Sina Buddhism* (in Chinese (China)). 2013-10-25. Retrieved 2025-11-24.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-16)** Fulusouxi (2022-05-01). ["Signs of Continuing a Supreme Dharma Connection From Past Lives"](https://www.sohu.com/a/www.sohu.com/a/542878439_123465). *Sohu* (in Chinese (China)). Retrieved 2025-11-24.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-17)** Karma Rinpoche. ["Teaching Search Page"](http://www.xuefo.net/czbt.asp?cz=%B8%C0%AC%94%C8%CA%B2%A8%C7%D0&B1=%B5%E3%B4%CB%CB%D1%CB%F7). *Chinese Buddhism Network* (in Chinese (China)). Retrieved 2025-11-24.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-18)** Changlei Monastery (2016-12-09). ["Everyday Life as a Field of Practice"](http://www.buddhism.org.hk/study/Article.aspx?id=2188). *Hong Kong Buddhist Cultural Society* (in Chinese (China)). Retrieved 2025-11-24.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-19)** Karma Rinpoche. ["From the Powerful and Wealthy to Devoted Buddhists"](https://www.lama.com.tw/content/meet/act.aspx?id=8910). *lama.com.tw* (in Chinese (Taiwan)). Retrieved 2025-11-24.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-20)** AdminLijin (2015-04-09). ["Changlei Monastery Holds Guru Rinpoche Commemoration Ceremonies"](http://www.china777.org/html/fwzt/201504098610.html). *Fengcaiyuan Buddhist Network* (in Chinese (China)). Retrieved 2025-11-24.

## External links

- [Changlei Monastery Official Website](http://www.changleisi.com/)

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