Khamsum Yulley Chorten
Punakha
Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chörten, perched atop Nyizergang hill, is a sacred site accessible via a 40-minute uphill hike. Constructed in 2004 under the auspices of HM The Queen Mother, Ashi Tshering Yangdon Wangchuck, and following the guidance of Lopon Sonam Zangpo, this magnificent structure aims to bring global peace and clear obstacles for Bhutan. Its exterior resembles a pagoda-like stupa, while the interior houses depictions of Vajarakilaya mandala deities
Trips that visit Khamsum Yulley Chorten
- Bhutan Village TourDay 2: Paro –Punakha/Wangdue 9 days
- Snow Leopard Jomolhari TrekDay 2 & 3: Punakha & Wangdue Valley 14 days
- Bhutan Festival & Sikkim TourDay 09-10: In Punakha /Wangdue valley 17 days
- Drukyul Walking Tour BhutanDay 8-9: In Punakha & Wangdue 13 days
- Three Himalayan KingdomsDay 10: Drive to Punakha 15 days
- Bhutan Dragon Festival TourDay 7 & 8: In Punakha & Wangdue 12 days
- Window to BhutanDay 3: Thimphu – Punakha/Wangdue 7 days
- Introduction of India, Bhutan & NepalDay 12: Drive to Punakha 19 days
Near Khamsum Yulley Chorten
Other places within 15 km.
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Nature & Viewpoints
Punakha Suspension Bridge
Punakha suspension bridge is one of the longest bridges in Bhutan measuring roughly 520 feet long. A bridge that is always adorned with colorful prayer flags.
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Dzongs & Fortresses
Punakha Dzong
Punakha Dzong is arguably the most beautiful dzong in the country, particularly enchanting in spring when the surrounding Jacaranda trees are in bloom.
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Temples & Monasteries
Chimi Lhakhang
The temple, adorned with hundreds of prayer flags, graces the edge of a picturesque plateau overlooking fertile rice fields and river below.
