Jangtsa Dumtseg Lhakhang, Tibetan Buddhist monastery in Paro, Bhutan.
The three-story temple sits on the edge of a hill between Paro and Dopchari Valley, featuring a distinctive chorten design rare in Bhutan.
The monastery was established in 1421 by Thangtong Gyalpo, who constructed several iron bridges throughout Bhutan during his lifetime.
Each floor of the temple represents different realms - hell, earth, and heaven - containing detailed paintings of Buddhist deities and saints.
The temple stands across the bridge from Paro town, near the National Museum of Bhutan, making it accessible for visitors exploring the area.
The second floor houses representations of Mahakala and imagery related to Bardo, the transitional state between death and rebirth.
Location: Paro
Inception: 1421
GPS coordinates: 27.43508,89.41361
Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:33
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