Encyclopedia of India–China Cultural Contacts v1.c7.s3.t23.5

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Today, Samye Monastery has developed into a comprehensive monastery of Tibetan Buddhism integrating Nyingma, Sakya and Gelug. In 1996, Samye Monastery was listed as one of the fourth batch of important cultural relic sites under state-level protection by the State Council of China. In 2005, Samye Monastery was rated as one of national 4A-level scenic spots in China.