The Gangteng Monastery (Dzongkha), also known as Gangtey Gonpa or Gangtey Monastery, an important monastery of Nyingmapa school of Buddhism, the main seat of the Pema Lingpa tradition, located in the Wangdue Phodrang District in central Bhutan.
A Buddhist monk in a monastery in rural Bhutan drapes a sting of ivory prayer beads from his outstretched arm. Demand for ivory in religious circles throughout Asia has escalated illicit trade in recent years, threatening wild elephant populations.
Bhutanese prayer wheels with young monk passing by
The Gangteng Monastery (Dzongkha), also known as Gangtey Gonpa or Gangtey Monastery, an important monastery of Nyingmapa school of Buddhism, the main seat of the Pema Lingpa tradition, located in the Wangdue Phodrang District in central Bhutan.
A Buddhist monk in a monastery in rural Bhutan drapes a sting of ivory prayer beads from his outstretched arm. Demand for ivory in religious circles throughout Asia has escalated illicit trade in recent years, threatening wild elephant populations.
Bhutanese prayer wheels with young monk passing by
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Meet the Monks of Gangteng Gompa

Bhutan
#Local Lifestyle #Spiritual Experiences

Luxury Bhutanese travel isn’t about flashy hotels. It’s the authenticity and connection with the Bhutanese, through unique encounters with families, monks and important local figures. 

Walking through Jinge Singye Wangchuck National Park you reach Gangteng Gompa, a legendary 17th century monastery with a head lama incarnated from Pema Lingpa. 

Exploring complexes like these offers an insight into a culture and identity that’s been preserved into the 21st century. This moment is a chance to share moments, exchange stories and understand a way of life that redefines notions of richness and development.

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