Aba is known as the place where Tibetan Buddhism developed, and there are plenty of temples and monasteries in Aba that will make you stop in your tracks.

Nangshi Temple

Nangshi Temple is located three kilometers away from Aba County, and it is a Bonist temple that was constructed during the period when Buddhism was starting to flourish. The engravings within the temple are truly astounding. On the ceiling beam in the main scripture hall there are many ornate statues of beautiful goddesses that are captivating to the eye. On the beams in other parts of the temple, you will also be able to find meticulously carved prayer wheels, precious parasols, conchs, jewels, knot of eternity, victory banner, treasure vases, phoenixes, peacocks, dragons, lions, tigers, horses, and many other things.

Dadrak Temple

The full name of Dadrak Temple is "Dadrak Jixiang Shanfa Temple", which was constructed during the second year of Emperor Kangxi's rule. The temple possesses distinctively Tibetan cultural characteristics, and it has a total area spanning about 20 hectares and is made completely out of wood. Dadrak Temple is affiliated with the Gelug Sect of Tibetan Buddhism.