Courtyard of Manjushri Hall

Ta'er Si, Xining

The nine-bayed hall, called the Manjushri Hall (1734) from its principal image, is currently (2007) under renovation. Part of the hall is seen at photo left. This photo is taken from the courtyard of the hall, looking back (north) to the Maitreya Hall (grey double eaves, 1577) and beyond to the double-eaved Great Golden Roof Hall (1622, 1711). The latter was built as a commemorative structure upon the birth-spot of Tsongkapa; inside is a silver stupa with an image of the founder.