Chimi Lhakhang

dzongkha

monastery in Punakha

#2 in Punakha / #9 in Bhutan

by David Broad

/ CC BY 3.0

Chimi Lhakhang, located in Punakha, Bhutan, is a revered Buddhist monastery known for its association with the eccentric and beloved saint, Drukpa Kunley, also known as the "Divine Madman." Built in 1499, the temple is dedicated to fertility and is a popular pilgrimage site for couples seeking blessings for children. The monastery is adorned with colorful frescoes depicting Kunley's unconventional teachings and legendary antics.

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