Zangtho Pelri Lhakhang is a beautiful and spiritually significant temple located in Phuentsholing, Bhutan, near the border with India. Built in 1990 by the Namgyal, this three-storeyed temple represents the celestial abode of Guru Rinpoche — the revered Tantric master who brought Buddhism to Bhutan — and is a beloved place of worship for both locals and visitors.
About Zangtho Pelri Lhakhang
The name "Zangtho Pelri" refers to the copper-coloured mountain paradise that is the heavenly realm of Guru Rinpoche (Padmasambhava) in Tibetan Buddhist cosmology. The temple was designed and constructed to physically represent this divine realm, making it a unique and deeply symbolic place of pilgrimage.
Inside the Temple — Floor by Floor
The interior of Zangtho Pelri Lhakhang is divided into three floors, each with its own distinct spiritual significance:
