zhal ras lha khang
Resource #: 23750 (URL for reference)
Collections: Lhasa - Sera Monastery, Sera Monastery (2002)
Description:
by José Cabezón
The so-called ""visage"" temple on the second floor of the byes college assembly hall. Located directly above the Hayagriva chapel, it is used by the 12 monks who are responsible for the propitiation of the tutelary deity of the college, Hayagriva. This is the area where the monks sit to do the rites. An ornate silk brocade hanging symbolizes various forms of tantric offerings.Associated Resources
Resource type: Image
Photographer: David Newman
Recording Orientation: From the North
Photograph Date: 27/Jul/2002