However, the choeten is important as it was here that Guru Rinpoche conducted his first sermon to the public of Bumthang. While no written records exist, Chakhar Lam Dorji, 88, said Bumthang was named ...

Lyonpo Sonam Tobgye said that nothing could be more appropriate and auspicious than that the prince will be born in the same year Guru Rinpoche was born and the 400th anniversary of Zhabdrung’s ...

This event honors Guru Rinpoche, the religious teacher credited with introducing Buddhism to Bhutan in the 8th century. Celebrations occur at sacred sites throughout the country, featuring dancing ...