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In Tibetan, it's called "Nianduhu Garzaxi Dajilin," meaning "Auspicious and Prosperous Nianduhu Island." It's located at the foot of the northern mountain where the Nianduhu Township government is located, 1 kilometer north of Tongren County, Qinghai Province. According to the "History of Amdo Politics and Religion," Nianduhu Temple was first built by Danzhiqin and became a subsidiary temple of Longwu Temple during the reign of the third Xia Ri Canggen Dunchilie (1740-1794).
Tongren County has a cool temperate and cold temperate semi-arid continental plateau climate, which is characterized by significant vertical temperature changes, significant regional differences, large daily temperature differences, sufficient sunlight, strong sunshine, large precipitation variability, rain and heat in the same season, and a distinction between cold and warm seasons and dry and wet seasons.
Wutu is a very ancient folk custom here, a ritual dance performed by the Tu people. It dates back hundreds of years. Some of these dance forms embody primitive cultural concepts, earning it the nickname "living fossil" of human art history, providing vivid and lifelike material for studying the development of human art.
Nianduhu Temple is a historic Tibetan Buddhist temple in Huangnan, Qinghai. It has served as a center for religious practice, local gatherings, and cultural preservation for centuries, reflecting the region's Tibetan heritage.
The temple is located in Huangnan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Qinghai. Visitors typically reach it by taxi or private car, as public transport options are limited. Walking within the temple grounds is easy.
The temple is generally open from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The best times to visit are mornings for peaceful prayer sessions and clear mountain views.
Entrance is usually free, though small donations to the temple are appreciated. No online ticketing is needed.
Booking is not required for standard visits.
1–2 hours are sufficient to explore the main temple, surrounding shrines, and scenic areas.
Guided tours may be available in Mandarin. Audio guides are generally not provided.
Enter through the main gate, visit the main prayer hall, walk the temple courtyards, spin the prayer wheels, explore small shrines, then finish at scenic viewpoints around the temple grounds.
Night visits are generally not allowed. Special ceremonies may occur during Tibetan festivals, which can be observed with permission.
The temple is usually quiet. Weekdays and mornings are the least crowded times.
Basic facilities include restrooms and a few small stalls selling snacks or religious items. Limited seating areas are available.
Most areas are accessible by walking, but some steep paths or stairs may be challenging for disabled visitors.
Cash is preferred for donations or small purchases. Mobile payments are less common.
Small local eateries and Tibetan-style cafes are nearby, offering traditional Qinghai and Tibetan food.
Vegetarian and halal options are available at nearby Tibetan restaurants.
There are guesthouses and small hotels in Huangnan town within a short drive from the temple.
Small shops sell religious items, prayer beads, Tibetan handicrafts, and local souvenirs.
Taxi or private car is the most convenient way to reach nearby attractions or return to Huangnan town.
