Changangkha Lhakhang
Changangkha Lhakhang is an old fortress like temple and monastic school perched on a ridge above Thimphu.Established in the 12th century on a site chosen by Lama Phajo Drukgom Shigpo. The central statue is Chenresig in a 11-headed manifestations, and the books in the temple are larger in size than usual Tibetan texts. There is an excellent view of Thimphu from the courtyard
Trips that visit Changangkha Lhakhang
- Highlights of Bhutan TourDay 8: In Thimphu 10 days
- Bhutan Country WalksDay 2: In Thimphu 7 days
- Bhutan Tour & Short trekDay 5: In Capital Thimphu 9 days
- Bhutan Escapade 5 daysDay 2: Thimphu Sightseeing 5 days
- Bhutan Cultural & Horse Riding TourDay 2: Thimphu 14 days
Near Changangkha Lhakhang
Other places within 15 km.
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Museums & Institutions
National Institute of Traditional Medicine
Established in 1988, one of the more interesting facilities in Thimphu is the National Institute of Traditional Medicine.
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Restaurants
Folk Heritage Restaurant
Traditional Bhutanese set meals from a seasonal menu: red rice, buckwheat pancakes, ezay and butter tea. It is in the Folk Heritage Museum compound, so it suits a meal after the museum.
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Museums & Institutions
Folk Heritage Museum
Folk Heritage Museum or Phelchey Toenkhyim Museum is housed in a 19th century three-storey traditional rammed mud and timber house in Kawangjangsa, Thimphu.
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Museums & Institutions
Bhutan Postal Museum
The museum features images that chronicle this journey, along with rare artifacts and Bhutan’s unique stamps, highlighting the nation's rich traditions and cultural heritage.
