Bumthang is often known as the ‘land of gods ‘in Bhutan. There are plenty of ancient temples and holy places to visit in Bumthang. This region that spans from 2,600-4,500m is the religious heartland of the nation and home to some of its oldest Buddhist temples and monasteries. Tales of Guru Padmasambhava and the tertons (religious treasure-discoverers) still linger in this sacred region. The district is sub-divided into four blocks of Chokhor, Chumey, Tang and Ura. The valleys are broad and gentle, carved by the ancient glaciers. The wide and scenic valleys draw a large number of tourists each year.
Attractions
Jakar Dzong
The Jakar Dzong or the “Castle of the White Bird” is the dzong of the Bumthang District in...
Tamshing Lhakhang
Located opposite Kurje Lhakhang on the other side of the river, Tamshing Lhakhang, a major Nyingma monastery located...
Kurje Lhakhang
Kurje Lhakhang is a very important monument in the history of Bhutan. There are three temples in a...
Jambey Lhakhang
The Jambey Lhakhang Temple or Temple of Maitreya is located in Bumthang in Bhutan, and is said to...
Ogyen Choling Palace
This Ogyen Choling palace with its special physical features and blessed by the presence of Longchen Rabjam, later...
Mebartsho
Mebartsho or Burning Lake is a five minutes’ walk from the road point leading to Tang Chhu. Terton...
Red Panda Brewery and Cheese factory
The Red Panda Brewery and Cheese factory is not only famous for being the first and sole microbrewery...
Yathra factory
The Yathra factory which is located at cold valley of Bumthang specializes in Yathra, textile woven with yak...