Located in the Khorzhak Village, Burang County, Ngari Prefecture, the Khorzhak Monastery is a renowned monastery of the Sakya Sect of Tibetan Buddhism. It was founded by the great translator Rinchen Zangpo in 996 AD.
First-phase of the conservation project has been completed, and the second phase will begin soon. The second phase will focus on restoration and consolidation of monk dormitories and residential buildings of civilians surrounding the Khorchak Monastery.
Located in Khorchak village of Burang county, the monastery is a well-known one for the Sakya Tradition of the Tibetan Buddhism. Built in 996, it boasts profounding influence among the Buddhist followers in Ngari prefecture and the nearby Nepal. The restoration project has enormous importance in both the Buddhists circle and local community.
