Thubchen Gompa
थुबछेन गुम्बा
A 15th-century Sakya main hall famous for its broad assembly hall supported by 35 wooden pillars. Murals of Buddhas on its walls have regained their brilliance after years of restoration.
Thubchen Gompa was built in the mid-15th century and belongs to the Sakya school. Its main hall is spacious, about 10 m tall, and supported by dozens of red-lacquered wooden pillars. Its four walls are covered with huge murals of the Buddha and bodhisattvas, which were restored over more than a decade and show a blend of Nepali and Tibetan painting styles. The hall houses statues of Shakyamuni, Padmasambhava and others. Photography is prohibited inside. Visitors buy a combined ticket. The monastery lies southwest of the palace, a few minutes’ walk away.
Opening hours
Approx. 08:00–12:00, 13:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Lo Manthang Walled City
- Jampa Lhakhang
- Chhoede Gompa & Monastery Museum
- Royal Palace of Lo
- Namgyal Gompa
- Garphu Rigsum Gonpo
- Nyiphu Monastery
- Chhoser Jhong Cave