Places strategically at junction of two rivers(Pho chu & Mochu), it was built in 1637 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyel.
The Name came to known as (Kurje) meaning-imprint of body(Guru Rinpoche) and at present lhakhang remains as blessed & historical site.
Dochula is the place where you can have super view of Eastern & North Himalayas on clear day and 108 stupas built on the hill by Her Majesty Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuck.
The Cave was named (Taktshang) after Guru Rinpoche flew into the cave from (Kurtoe singye Dzong) in Eastern Bhutan riding on tigress.
Tshechu is a religious festival meaning "tenth day" held annually in various temples, monasteries and dzongs throughout the country. The Tshechu is a religious event celebrated on tenth day of a month of the lunar calendar corresponding to the birthday of Guru Rimpoche (Guru Padmasambhava). However the exact month of the Tshechu varies from place to place and temple to temple. Tshechus are grand events where entire communities come together to witness religious mask dances, receive blessings and socialize. View Details |