Changangkha Lhakhang in Thimphu, Bhutan

The Neighbourhood Temple

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Best time to visit
Mar - May, Sep - Oct
Ideal Duration
2-3 Days
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On Arrival
Starting from
Rs. 10,000
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About Changangkha Lhakhang in Thimphu

Changangkha Lhakhang Bhutan, built in the 12th-century temple, is the oldest temple in Bhutan and has been visited daily by the locals for the past 800 years.

Although the exact date or year of its foundation is unknown, history of Changangkha Lhakhang suggests  Phajo Drugom Zhigpo as the person who also founded the Drukpa Lineage carried on by his son Nyima. The temple is situated 2.5 km away from the Thimphu clock tower and presents a magnificent view of the town walking around the pilgrim path also known as the back kora. It is a common practice for the town people to circle around the temple on the pilgrim path during the evening. There are prayer bells outside the temple with black and gold script, and two giant prayer wheels decorate the entrance to the inner sanctum. The temple houses the statue of Thousand-armed Avalokitesvara and large size sacred scriptures.

The Changangkha Lhakhang temple is rooted deep into the local culture and customs and is an indispensable part of the local community. The locals visit the temple to seek the blessings of deity Tamdrin for their children and ask the resident monks to name their newborn kids. One can offer Ngultrum, snacks, biscuits, incense, and whiskey in exchange. The Changangkha Lhakhang temple has been lit from below by the Bhutan Power Corporation with white lights giving the upper wood walls an orange colour, and the window recesses are lit by artery red lights.

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Roshni's 8 days trip to Thimphu

I travelled with KNG tours and travels,They really arranged and planned our itinerary very well,Recommened for future travellers..very nice hospitality from him. Whole trip,bhutan

Roshni Khobragade Nagpur

Anil's 7 days trip to Thimphu

This trip has been nothing short of AMAZING! I must thank our pilot/driver Subba and guide Tenzin, they have been like a family and were very hospitable, friendly, Engaging and Knowledgeable. Any issues we had were swiftly heard and resolved. I’m more than happy to recommend KNG Travels (Bimal), Subba and Tenzin to anyone wishing to travel to Bhutan. The hike to Tigers nest and rafting in Punakha river

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Arpan's 6 days trip to Thimphu

A very warm thank u to Sanjana and her team of All Ways Tours and Travels for a perfect summer vacation trip to Bhutan encompassing the magnificent ranges of the Himalayas and the enchanting views of Thimpu, Punakha, Paro and not to forget the paradise in Pobjika valley. The team was very well articulated with all the requirements for a budget trip starting from transport, hotels, guide, cabs all were up the need and expectations. A very well and memorable trip ever enjoyed. Special thanks to our guide Karma & Kinley along with our hosting lady driver Serine. Trip to pobjika valley, mini switzerland.

Arpan Banerjee Kolkata

Bobby's 4 days trip to Thimphu

I had specifically asked for 4 star properties and was quoted amount for the same. Lemon Tree thimpu is a 3 star property as per google and other major websites and Lemon Tree manager also said it is a 3 star property. Valley Travels passes it off as a 4 star Property. In Paro we were changed from Tashi Namgay, a 4 star property to tiger's Nest at the last minute. Tiger's Nest is a very old Property without proper plumbing and very far off from Airport as well as city center.

Bobby Palle Hyderabad

Josephantonyarun's 6 days trip to Thimphu

Overall a good experiance apart from Over speeding Drivers in the Indian Side

Josephantonyarun Delhi

Ketan's 6 days trip to Thimphu

It was a good experience with BINC Bhutan. They provided Good hotels with upgrades wherever possible. All good places were recommended and covered. Very effective co-ordination by BINC team which made the visit very smooth and hassle-free. Some facts not in control of the agents - No role of the compulsory guide-not worth, most of the places have high entry fees (mostly not worth keeping in mind the place). Someone visited Sikkim/North-East may find Bhutan similar to that, so not all places are worth-visiting. Overall good experience. I recommend BINC.

KETAN DESAI Mumbai

Vijayendra's 6 days trip to Thimphu

Overall Bhutan trip was great but on Card Payment extra charged were charged by Travel Triangle.

Vijayendra Shah Bengaluru

Urvashi's 7 days trip to Thimphu

We have booked Bhutan Trip through Hari Prasad Sir. As he promised, our trip for Bhutan is very memorable.. We are going with happiest heart... His arrangement was very up to the mark & listened every detailed requirement and available alwayz on phone. Guide (Tshering & Sonam) have been very familiar with us and supported all our requirements. Cultural & other information about Bhutan was shared in detail. Once again thank you and Travel Triangle Team. We will recommend your reference to our friends for these kind of trips. We all are grateful to you.

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Ranjith's 6 days trip to Thimphu

We are group of 4 people booked 5 days,4 nights in bhutan. We enjoyed the trip. Everything was above our expectations. Our guide and driver were awesome

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Kanchan's 5 days trip to Thimphu

All the team members of travel Triangle and the AD travels Butan was Excellent. We had a great time. The tour guide Mr Sonam was very supportive

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