Garphu Rigsum Gonpo
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A small village and old temple near Chhoser. The temple houses the Three Protectors and sits beside cliffs with caves, making it a stop on a day trip north of Lo Manthang.
Garphu village sits on the edge of the valley opposite Chhoser. Its Rigsum Gonpo temple enshrines Avalokiteshvara, Manjushri and Vajrapani. It is small but simple and old-fashioned. The surrounding cliffs are pocked with caves. Together with the Chhoser Caves and Nyiphu Monastery, it forms a half-day loop. From Lo Manthang, it takes about an hour by jeep or on horseback. You need to cross a river to get there, so check the water level during the rainy season.
Opening hours
About 08:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Chhoser Jhong Cave
- Nyiphu Monastery
- Namgyal Gompa
- Jampa Lhakhang
- Royal Palace of Lo
- Lo Manthang Walled City
- Chhoede Gompa & Monastery Museum
- Thubchen Gompa