Things to note when taking photos in Seda What should you pay attention to when going to Seda

Because the environment in Seda may not be very good, the editor will now talk about the precautions. You can take a look at these precautions when you go there, as well as some tips on taking pictures. , everyone can watch it. Things to note

Seda tourism does not belong to the conventional scenic tourism routes, but is famous for its rich humanistic color. There are different customs and habits here, so please travel with enough respect.

1. There are many religious buildings in Tibetan areas, such as temples, white pagodas, and simmering mulberry terraces. They are not climbable and cannot be turned counterclockwise (except for some Bon areas such as Danba and Kowloon).

2. Prayer flags are also holy objects. If there are prayer flags dragged on the ground, Tibetan compatriots will lift them up and walk under them.

3. Most temple halls have notices prohibiting photography, please abide by them.

4. You can see many colorfully carved Buddha statues and scriptures on the mountainside and riverside, but be sure not to step on them. Please do not take away some small carved stones.

5. If you want to take portraits of people, please ask others for permission first. If the other person doesn't want to take pictures, please respect the other person's wishes.

6. The academy is a place where monks and nuns study and practice. All monks and nuns are vegetarians. There are restaurants in the Buddhist College that provide simple food, but they do not provide meat, onions, ginger, garlic and other seasonings. Many tourists have the habit of bringing their own meat or seasonings. Please respect the local customs and do not eat in public places. Monks are chanting and studying in the temple. Non-visitors are not allowed to enter. Please do not take photos of monks or locals in the temple without permission. In Buddhist colleges, there are special places for nuns to practice, and there are also some places for monks to retreat. There are signs at the door saying that outsiders are not allowed to enter. Please put away your curiosity and don’t rush in!

7. Wuming Buddhist Academy is divided into three residential areas: Juemu, Lama, and Lay Buddhists. The rules are strict, especially that men and women are separated and are not allowed to live together. No one is allowed to enter the area of ??the opposite sex without permission, otherwise it will violate the precepts of the college. Smoking, drinking, and gambling are prohibited in the Buddhist College!

8. The main hospitals in Seda County include County Hospital, People's Hospital and some clinics. There is a Chinese Poverty Alleviation Hospital and a Tibetan Hospital in Wuming Buddhist College, both of which are next to the complex building. There is also a Tibetan pharmacy next to the mandala.

9. Seda sky burial time: The sky burial ceremony at Seda sky burial platform is held every day, and the ceremony time is between 13:00-15:00.

Seda Wuming Buddhist College Khenpo’s teaching time: Seda Larung Gar Khenpo Suodaji Khenpo will hold lectures in the complex building from time to time. The courses are in Chinese. Visitors to Seda can also participate. Course *** is closed. Course time is generally 19:00-21:00. Since the date of the course is uncertain, it is recommended that you check with the local monks. The local language is mainly Tibetan, and most of the monks cannot speak Chinese and can only communicate with gestures. Some of them can speak some simple Chinese. However, the local people are very warm and honest, so you can ask more people.

10. How to deal with altitude sickness: Altitude sickness varies from person to person and is difficult to predict. Everyone's reaction manifests itself differently. It is recommended that when you first enter the plateau, you should not overeat to avoid aggravating the burden on your digestive organs. You should not drink alcohol, smoke, or do strenuous exercise in order to adapt to the environment faster. Eat more vegetables, fruits and other vitamin-rich substances, and drink more water.

Prevent colds caused by catching a cold. The temperature difference in the plateau is extremely large, so it is easy to catch a cold and catch a cold. It is better to be hotter than colder, so wear more clothes. Once altitude sickness occurs, there is no need to panic. Treatment will be targeted depending on the severity of the reaction. If the reaction is low, you can take a rest, drink more water and exercise less. Generally, it will disappear or weaken after a period of time. Photography Tips

When you go to Seda, be sure to take more photos, because maybe after tomorrow, Seda will no longer be what it used to be.

When taking photos at the Buddhist Academy, some practical tips are worth reading:

01. The best place to take a panoramic view of the Buddhist Academy is to go straight ahead on the road west of the mandala ( To the east of the mandala is Larung Hotel). There is a white fence on the roadside. From the fence, you can see 80% of the Buddhist Academy from this location.

02. The best time to shoot the panoramic view of the Buddhist Academy is around 4 pm and 8 am. The afternoon sunlight shines on the red house, which is very shocking. In the morning, you can shoot the scene of the Buddhist Academy’s cooking smoke curling up.

03. The time for morning classes, evening classes and sutra debates in the sutra hall should be informed in advance. At this time, many monks can be photographed.

04. You need to pay attention when taking pictures. Some monks don’t like to be photographed, and some main halls and sutra halls also have notices prohibiting taking pictures. Note

1. The altitude of Seda is high, the temperature difference between day and night is large, the light is strong, and the climate is relatively dry, so before departure, you should prepare anti-inflammatory medicine, gastrointestinal medicine, cold medicine, as well as sunscreen and moisturizing skin care products wait.

2. Since the infrastructure in Tibetan areas is not complete, travelers must prepare their own washing supplies, flashlights and drinking water.

3. The Seda area has complex terrain and many wild animals. Everyone should pay attention to the surrounding environment when going out to avoid being attacked by wild animals and causing accidents.

4. We must respect the customs, habits and beliefs of the people in Tibetan areas and avoid conflicts with the people in Tibetan areas due to customs and other issues.