Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chörten

Tourist attraction · Chuba

Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chörten

Tourist attraction · Chuba

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27.637361,89.816500,, Thimphu-Punakha Hwy, Bhutan

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Hike through forest to monastery with panoramic valley views  

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Avril Atkeg

Google
This temple has amazing views if you walk up to the highest level of the main temple. Beautiful panoramic views of the distant mountains with fields of rice and vegetables in the foreground, alongside the banks of Mo Chhu river. The ornate carvings and intricately carved statues are testament to Bhutanese skilled craftsmen in the past. Equally excellent is the maintenance of the temple and its statues. Very peaceful and serene. I highly recommend that tourists visit this temple.

Gunnar Caya

Google
This is a nice hilltop temple near Punakha. Obviously photos are not allowed inside the temple, but on the top floor (I forget if it's the 3rd or 4th floor) there is an outside platform where you are allowed to take photos of the surrounding scenery. But the best part of this temple isn't the temple itself, but the walk here. It's uphill for sure, but it's a pretty gradual climb in elevation and the path is well maintained. Should be doable for anyone in halfway decent physical condition. The walk is enjoyable, and the views of the surrounding mountains and the valley below are great. Definitely recommended for those willing to do a little walking.

Darius Radkevicius

Google
When you stand on the roof of this chörten, you begin to understand why conquering mountain peaks is prohibited in Bhutan. True life lies in the right valley, not on the cold, lonely peak. Real victory is not about feeding the ego, but about making the right decision for the well-being of the entire community. Shangri-La is the chosen valley — guarded from cold winds and the hunger of winter.

Sneha Vartak

Google
The trek route was absolutely beautiful. The landscapes here are so amazing. Definitely worthy place to visit when in punakha

S. S. K.

Google
Although it is difficult to reach, it is a beautiful view that is worth the trip. First you have to cross the bridge, then the fields and then the paths.

Bhargav K

Google
Lovely hike through farmlands and hillside to a beautiful monastery.

Iona Carina

Google
The hike didn't take too long, so that was fine. Along the way to the temple, the scenery is pretty with all those rice fields. The temple itself is gorgeous! So much stories inside and the carvings were marvelous. You can go up to the top to see the view. Very nice, you wouldn't be able to take bad pictures here.

Joshua N

Google
Spectacular views await anyone taking this ~1 hour hike up to a fascinating three story modern stupa style monastery. Journey through agriculture, see livestock, pass prayer wheels, enjoy multiple rooms devoted to iconography of Vajrapani and then poke out the top of the stupa for breathtaking 360 degree views of Punakha Valley.