Ngang Lhakhang
ངང་ལྷ་ཁང
The 'Swan Temple' in the upper Chokhor Valley, founded in the 15th century by a Tibetan lama. It must be reached on foot or by rough track, and has a strong rural feel.
Ngang Lhakhang lies at the northern end of Chokhor Valley. Legend says Guru Rinpoche once visited, and the temple was founded in the 15th century by the lama Namkha Sangpo, whose hall contains valuable murals and statues. The winter temple festival is famous for mask dances such as the Vulture Dance. You can walk about 2 hours along the river from Thangbi Lhakhang. It suits visitors with ample time who enjoy rural hiking.
Opening hours
Daytime (depends on caretaker)
Nearby sights
- Thangbi Lhakhang
- Tamshing Lhakhang
- Konchogsum Lhakhang
- Kurjey Lhakhang
- Jambay Lhakhang
- Swiss Farm Bumthang
- Wangdicholing Palace
- Lhodrak Kharchu Monastery