Kyichu Lhakhang, Buddhist temple in Paro District, Bhutan.
Kyichu Lhakhang is a Buddhist temple in Paro, Bhutan, designed with painted wooden ceilings, carved doors, and detailed murals throughout. Religious scenes and Buddhist themes cover the interior surfaces, creating a richly decorated sacred space.
A king in the 7th century built this temple as part of a larger effort to spread Buddhism across the Himalayan region. It was one of more than a hundred temples constructed during that period.
Monks perform daily prayer sessions here, and visitors often watch them prepare the space for these ceremonies. The prayers unfold within an atmosphere shaped by candlelight, incense smoke, and the sound of bells.
The temple is open from sunrise to sunset and requires respectful clothing when entering. Photography is not allowed inside, though guides in multiple languages help visitors understand the space.
Local tradition holds that this location was placed directly over a specific point of a giant demonic figure. The positioning was meant to prevent her from opposing the spread of Buddhism.
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