Kyichu Lhakhang: A Jewel of Bhutanese Heritage

Explore the spiritual heart of Bhutan at Kyichu Lhakhang, a historic Buddhist temple with breathtaking architecture and serene gardens.

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Kyichu Lhakhang སྐྱིད་ཆུ་ལྷ་ཁང་།

Nestled in the serene valleys of Bhutan, Kyichu Lhakhang is one of the oldest and most revered Buddhist temples in the region, dating back to the 7th century. This sacred site invites travelers to explore its stunning architecture, vibrant prayer flags, and tranquil gardens, providing a perfect blend of spirituality and beauty for all visitors.

A brief summary to Kyichu Lhakhang སྐྱིད་ཆུ་ལྷ་ཁང་།

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Local tips

Visit early in the morning to experience a quieter atmosphere and witness the morning prayers.
Don't miss the intricate details of the temple's murals; consider hiring a local guide for a deeper understanding.
Respect the local customs; dress modestly and remove shoes before entering the temple.
Combine your visit with a short hike to nearby trails for stunning views of the surrounding landscape.

Getting There

Car

If you are traveling by car, start from the town of Paro, which is approximately 6 km away from Kyichu Lhakhang. Take the road towards Thimphu and look for signs directing you to Kyichu Lhakhang. The temple is located slightly off the main road, so ensure to follow the signs carefully. There is parking available near the temple entrance.
Public Transportation

To reach Kyichu Lhakhang via public transportation, you can take a local bus from the Paro bus station. Buses frequently travel from Paro to Thimphu, stopping at various points along the way. Request the driver to drop you off at Kyichu Lhakhang or at the nearest stop. From the bus stop, it's a short walk (about 10-15 minutes) to the temple.
Taxi

For a more convenient option, consider hiring a taxi from Paro. Taxis are readily available and can take you directly to Kyichu Lhakhang. The ride should take approximately 10-15 minutes and can cost around 200-300 Ngultrum depending on your negotiation with the driver.
Bicycle

If you are feeling adventurous, renting a bicycle in Paro is an excellent way to reach Kyichu Lhakhang. The route is scenic, and the distance is manageable (6 km). Follow the main road towards Thimphu, and look for signs indicating the direction to Kyichu Lhakhang. Ensure you wear a helmet and take necessary safety precautions.

Discover more about Kyichu Lhakhang སྐྱིད་ཆུ་ལྷ་ཁང་།

Kyichu Lhakhang, a sacred Buddhist temple, stands as a testament to Bhutan's rich cultural heritage and spiritual history. Established in the 7th century, it is among the oldest temples in Bhutan, making it a significant pilgrimage site for both locals and international tourists. The temple is situated in a picturesque setting, surrounded by lush gardens and rolling hills, creating an atmosphere of peace and tranquility that enchants every visitor. As you approach the temple, you are greeted by vibrant prayer flags fluttering in the wind, each carrying the prayers and aspirations of the faithful. Once inside, the intricate murals and carvings depicting Buddhist tales captivate the imagination, inspiring a sense of reverence and awe. Visitors can observe the daily rituals and prayers conducted by monks, offering a glimpse into the spiritual practices that have been preserved for centuries. The temple complex is not just a place of worship; it also serves as a cultural hub, where various festivals and events celebrating Bhutanese traditions are held throughout the year. The annual Tshechu festival, held in honor of Guru Rinpoche, draws large crowds and is a vibrant display of traditional music, dance, and colors. For those looking to explore the surrounding area, the temple is a perfect starting point for scenic hikes that reveal breathtaking views of the Himalayan landscape. Whether you are seeking spiritual enlightenment, cultural understanding, or simply a moment of reflection amidst nature, Kyichu Lhakhang offers an unforgettable experience that resonates long after your visit.

Iconic landmarks you can’t miss

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The Village Lodge

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Tenzinling Resort

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Dewachen Resort & Spa

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Janka Resort

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Naksel Boutique Hotel & SPA

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Galing Resort

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Rema Resort

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ZHIDEYCHEN RESORT

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Unmissable attractions to see

Jangtsa Dumtseg Lhakhang | ཟླུམ་བརྩེགས་ལྷ་ཁང་།

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Jangsarbu Lhakhang

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Paro Taktsang

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Zuri Dzong

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Tiger's Nest View Point

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Paro Airport Bird's Eye View Point

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Kila Goenpa Nunnery

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Wangchen Restaurant

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Trongsap and Mangdip restaurant and bar

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Tashi Wangmo restaurant

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Bhutanese Thali

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Yue-ling Restaurant

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Explore the rich artistic heritage of Bhutan at Bhutan Crafts, a unique scrapbooking store in Paro offering handmade treasures and creative workshops.

Experience ultimate relaxation at Paro's Airport Waiting Lounge, your serene escape before takeoff.

Experience the vibrant nightlife of Thimphu at Zumthruel Karaoke, where every night is filled with music, laughter, and unforgettable performances.

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Kyichu Lhakhang: A Jewel of Bhutanese Heritage

A brief summary to Kyichu Lhakhang སྐྱིད་ཆུ་ལྷ་ཁང་།

Local tips

Getting There

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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss

Namsay Choeling Resort

Tsherim Resort

Metta Resort and Spa

Hot Stone Baths

Kichu Resort Paro

The Village Lodge

Tenzinling Resort

Dewachen Resort & Spa

Janka Resort

Naksel Boutique Hotel & SPA

Tenzinling Luxury Villa Tents

Galing Resort

Chukha village lhakhang

Rema Resort

ZHIDEYCHEN RESORT

Unmissable attractions to see

Jangtsa Dumtseg Lhakhang | ཟླུམ་བརྩེགས་ལྷ་ཁང་།

Valleys Of Bhutan

Paro

Jangsarbu Lhakhang

National Museum of Bhutan འབྲུག་གི་འགྲེམས་སྟོན་ཁང་།

Khangkhu Lhakhang

Tiger's Nest Hiking Trail

Paro Taktsang

Zuri Dzong

Tiger nest Bhutan

Tiger's Nest View Point

Paro Airport Bird's Eye View Point

Kila Goenpa Nunnery

Bumdrak Monastery འབུམ་བྲག་ལྷ་ཁང་།

Dasho Nishioka Chorten

Essential places to dine

Babee Restaurant

Leezang Cafe and Restaurant

Wangchen Restaurant

Nice Restaurant

R.R.Restaurant

Bakchakpa Restaurant

Organic Kitchen Resturant

99 Restaurant

Trongsap and Mangdip restaurant and bar

Tashi Wangmo restaurant

Bhutanese Organic Hotpot Restaurant

Bhutanese Thali

paro restaurant[indian food]

LHAYABLING RESTAURANT

Yue-ling Restaurant

Markets, malls and hidden boutiques

Walk-in Liquor Shop

Bhutan Treasure Handicraft

Nado retail

Miniso Bhutan Paro

88SHOP

Yangki New Collection

Yangki Shopping Complex

Chencho Handicraft & Weaving Center

Om handicraft & Souverneirs,2nd phase, paro town,bhutan

Paro Craft Market

Koja Paro

Rigter Enterprise

3 Little Monkeys

Yangki Shopping Comples

Bhutan Crafts

Essential bars & hidden hideouts

Ground zero

Sonam Liquor Shop