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Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup Nunnery

Standing regally on a hilltop on a ridge overlooking Toebessa, Punakha and Wangduephodrang valley, the Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup Nunnery is not just your typical place of worship, it is also a place for Nuns.

Inside the structure is a newly renovated chapel where the 14-foot statue of Cherrezig, the bosdhisattva of compassion is placed. Along with it are statues of prominent masters, gurus, and deities — including Buddha, Guru Rinpoche, and Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal. Aside from the spiritual significance of this place, it also serves as a workshop for the resident nuns in learning and developing occupational skills, which include statue making and thangka painting. Lucky visitors can come in an opportune time when nuns have their religious worship — they can raise their voices in unison with the chants of the nuns, be offered a tea, and witness the whole proceedings with the setting sun clad in brilliant gold at the backdrop bidding goodbye for the day.

 

Location

The Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup Nunnery is located in Punakha, Bhutan.

 

Opening Days and Hours

Opens daily from 6:00 to 17:00.

 

Entry Fee and Bookings

Entrance is BTN 50 (USD 0.75).

 

How to Get There

  • Fly to Bhutan via Druk Air, or Bhutan Airlines.
  • From the airport, take a taxi to Thimphu.
  • From Thimphu, board a bus or charter a taxi to Punakha.

 

Suggested For

  • Solo travelers/backpackers
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Groups

 

Time to Spend

Suggested duration in this attraction is 2 hours.

 

Popularity and Best Time to Go

The best time to visit is between 9:00 and 14:00.

 

Food

Dining options around Punakha include Dochula Restaurant, Chimi Lhakhang Cafeteria, Bukhari, and Reven Restaurant.

 

Nearby Attractions

  • Punakha Dzong
  • Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten
  • Punakha Suspension Bridge

 

Stay

Drubcchu Resort, Khuru Resort, Dhensa Boutique Resort, Zhingkham Resort, and Hotel Lobesa are some of the options. Rates can be as high as USD 300.

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History and culture    80

Natural Beauty    40

Nightlife    0

Adventure    20

Family Fun    10

Cost -USD   0

History and culture

80

Natural Beauty

40

Nightlife

0

Adventure

20

Family Fun

10

Cost -USD

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