Kunu Gonpa, also known as “Kunu Yontan Rinchen Phelgya Ling,” belongs to the Nyingma sect of Tibetan Buddhism.
The monastery follows the teachings and practice traditions of the Nyingma school. It emphasizes the practice of Dzogchen, the transmission of esoteric teachings, and the culture of terma (hidden treasures).
It was established around 1700 AD and is located in Chaya Village, Seka Township, Dawu (also “Tawu” or “Daofu”) County, approximately 85 kilometers away from the county town, and with altitude around 4700 meters above sea level on the south side of the top of the mountain. The monastery is accessible by road but does not have electricity.
In 1983, it was approved for opening by the People’s Government of Tawu (Daofu) County, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture.
In August 1996, it was officially registered in accordance with the “Regulations on the Management of Religious Activity Sites”.
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