Bumthang

It lies in the central Bhutan and is often described as the spiritual heartland of the Kingdom. There are numerous monasteries and spiritual sites in this charming valley where history and mythology help to bring alive much of Bhutan’s culture and traditions. Bumthang is a picturesque valley of beautiful houses, and fields of buckwheat, barley and apples.

A strong sense of spirituality pervades the atmosphere and, at auspicious times of the year, the valley resounds with the chants of the spiritual community as temples all over offer prayers for the well being of all sentient being. Places of interest to visit:

Top Attractions

01Jambay Lhakhang, built by Songchem Gampo of Tibet in the 7th century

02Kurjey Lhakhang (body print of Guru Rimpoche), built in 1652

03Tamshing Lhakhang (temple of good message), established in 1501

04Kenchosum Lhakhang

05Chakhar Lhakhang (Iron Castle)

06Jakar Dzong, built in 1667

07Membartsho, popularly known as the Burning Lake

08Lhodrak Kharchu Dratshang

09Kunzangdrak Goemba, built in 1488

10Tang Rimochen Lhakhang

11Ugyenchholing Palace, built by Deb Tsokye Dorje

12Ura Temple, day drive

13Weaving center at Chumey

14Swiss Farm

15Lhodrak Goemba, day hike

16Domkhar Tashichholing Dzong (palace of the 2nd King, H.M. Jigme Wangchuck)

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