Wangdue Phodrang, Buddhist monastery in Thedtsho Gewog, Bhutan
The Wangdue Phodrang monastery stands at 1,273 meters elevation, overlooking the meeting point of Dangchhu and Punatsangchhu rivers in central Bhutan.
Constructed in 1638 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, the monastery earned its name after encountering a young boy named Wangdi playing near the construction site.
The monastery houses numerous Buddhist relics and contains detailed wall paintings that illustrate traditional Buddhist teachings through intricate artistry.
Visitors can reach the monastery by taking paved roads from Punakha or Tongsa, with local transportation services operating regularly throughout the day.
Following a destructive fire in 2012, the monastery received substantial international support, including 134,500 dollars from Japanese donors for its reconstruction.
Location: Thedtsho Gewog
Inception: 1638
Elevation above the sea: 1,273 m
GPS coordinates: 27.46667,89.90000
Latest update: May 10, 2025 21:46
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