7 Ancient Monasteries In The Land ‘thunder Dragon’

Monasteries in Bhutan are often located on steep cliffs, associated with many Buddhist relics.
7 ancient monasteries in the land of ‘thunder dragon’ Bhutan
Cheri Goemba was built in 1620, still preserves many paintings of famous figures in Bhutanese Buddhism. Today Cheri monastery is the teaching center of the Southern Drukpa lineage of the Kagyu Tibetan Buddhist School. To reach Cheri Goemba, visitors have to cross a traditional wooden bridge over the Wang Chhu River and then a steep road. From the monastery, you can also enjoy a panoramic view of the Thimphu valley below

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Tiger's Nest is associated with the practice and practice of Guru Padmasambhava. The monastery consists of 4 main shrines and 8 caves located on a steep mountain top overlooking the Paro valley To reach the monastery, visitors take about 2 hours of climbing, passing through immense pine forests.



Stepping into the monastery, visitors will admire the many altars decorated with colorful Thangka paintings depicting the lives of Buddha, lamas and gods. Photo: Jonathan Look Jr.
Punakha (Punakha Dzong) is one of the oldest monasteries in the country. Punakha is of particular importance in the Drukpa lineage of the Tibetan Buddhist school in Bhutan. It often takes place festivals for local people, but not many tourists visit. During the festivals, devotees often dance with traditional, colorful and fun performances. Photo: Locationscout
Tango Monastery was built in 1688, about 16 km north of the capital Thimphu.



It is also located on a cliff, like Tiger's Nest. Tango is a Buddhist school with a 6-year university program and 9-year graduate school. On the way to the monastery, visitors will find many small trash cans hung from trees, writing good sentences with the main purpose of protecting the environment. Photo: Krishnakuya.
Tashichho Dzong Monastery is known as "the glorious fortress of religion". This is one of the most impressive architectural works in Bhutan, located on the right bank of the Wang Chhu River. It now houses the secretary's office, the king's defense and the offices of the Ministry of the Interior and Finance. Photo: Bhutanpeacefultour.




Chimi Lhakhang is located on a small hill, near the ancient capital of Punakha. To reach the monastery, visitors have to pass through a village with houses painted, decorated with the shape of a penis. The monastery was built in 1499 with a square and pointed design. This place is often crowded with pilgrims and tourists. Outside, there are about 100 prayer flags flying in the wind. The Bhutanese believe that when the wind passes through these flags, it carries prayers along and everyone will receive blessings. Photo: Homo Cosmicos / Shutterstock.
Gangtey Monastery was built in 1613, belongs to the Nyingmapa lineage (Nyingmapa - one of the four main sects of Tibetan Buddhism) in western Bhutan.



This place is highlighted by the legendary Buddhist garuda bird image. Every November, people will gather here in black and white cranes to dance, welcome winter. Photo: Andbeyond.
According to Khuong Nha / Vnexpress
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