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For those not in the know—which is most of the world at this point in time—the two-day Royal Highlander Festival is an annual celebration of nomadic highlander traditions in Laya, Bhutan.
The Jakar Dzong or “the Dzong of the white bird” is perched on the hillock overlooking Chamkhar town & places surrounding it. The interesting thing about the Dzong is that there is a water tower four stairs down behind the Dzong leading to a water reservoir used for drawing water during battle times in olden …
(4.7) ★★★★★ 4.7/5 Kyichu Lhakhang, constructed by Tibet’s inaugural King, Songtsen Gampo, who introduced Buddhism to our land in the 7th century, will be a focal point of our visit. Our group will also explore the His Holiness Dilgo Kyenste Rinpoche Museum, conveniently situated in close proximity to Kyichu Lhakhang. This expansive and significant temple …
(4.7) ★★★★★ 4.7/5 Jambey Lhakhang is built by Tibetan King Songtsen Goenpo in 7th century was one of the oldest temples among 108 temples built in a day. This king built 108 temples to subdue the demons residing in the Himalayas. Jambay Lhakhang Drup festival – it’s a big deal for two reasons. First, it …
(4.7) ★★★★★ 4.7/5 Tamshing Lhundrup Choeling Monastery, affectionately known as Tamshing Monastery, nestled in the heart of Bumthang, is a true gem for its age, beauty, and its intimate ties to Pema Lingpa, a revered Bhutanese saint, cultural icon, and spiritual treasure revealer, also known as a terton. The roots of this sacred space trace …
(4.7) ★★★★★ 4.7/5 Kenchosum Lhakhang, Bumthang (referred to as Tselung Lhakhang in Pema Kathang and Choekhor Lakhang during the time of Pema Lingpa) was built in the 9thcentury (the initial construction was started at the end of 8th century and completed in 9th century), upon the instruction of Guru Rinpoche. Guru Rinmpoche instructed King Thrisong Deutsen of …
(4.7) ★★★★★ 4.7/5 This place is a thirty minutes’ drive from Chamkhar town. It is one of the important sites for pilgrims as Terton Pema Lingpa had discovered treasure from this lake. According to legend Terton Pema Lingpa had a vision of the sacred treasures that Guru Rimpoche had hidden within the lake centuries earlier. …
(4.7) ★★★★★ 4.7/5 Perched on the cliff opposite the Tang Valley, you’ll discover the Kunzangdra Monastery. Established in 1488 by Pemalingpa, this sacred site beckons those willing to embark on a scenic journey lasting about one and a half hours on foot. Beyond being Pema Lingpa’s abode, the monastery unfolds into a trilogy of temples. …
(4.7) ★★★★★ 4.7/5 Tharpaling’ or the place of liberation is located on the face of a hillock overlooking the villages of Chumey and Gaytsa in Bumthang. It is about an hour’s drive through a dirt road which winds up from the village of Gaytsa. Gyalwa Longchen Rabjampa, a 14th century Tibetan master visited Tharpaling and …
Zhuk Drak means a cliff (Drak) where Guru sat (Zhuk). Guru Padmasambhava is revered as prophesied second Buddha in Buddhism. He also holds special place in the heart of every Bhutanese. It’s believed that Guru visited Bumthang on a request by Chakhar King Sindhu Raja to see the main cause of his non-recovering persistent ailment.