Talo Goenpa — Local services in Talog

Talo Dzong & community tshechu 30th March 2023

The stunning spring morning in Talo village was the perfect backdrop for their annual tshechu. The sun shone brightly as an energized and refreshing breeze blew through the village. Despite the peace of the morning, however, it was impossible to ignore the shockingly huge crowd that had gathered. Before long, a light rain and strong wind swept across the village, but the festive spirit was too strong for a few droplets to break! With music, laughter, and the excitement of the crowd, the village had a beautiful day, made all the better by a quick google photo update to...

Talo Monastery is situated on the ridge above Punakha Valley at an elevation of 2800M above the sea level. The monastery is one of the prominent monastery in the country as it served as the residence of the mind incarnation of Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyel. It is commonly known as Talo Geompa or Talo Sangacholing Monastery. It was founded by Chogtul Jigme Singye (1742-1789), the fourth reincarnation of Lam Thripa (Gyalse Tenzin Ragbye) in 1767. Monastery is located at a distance of 16km from Khuruthang town, a small township close by...

Visited during the Talo Tshechu and it was a truly memorable experience. The monastery is beautifully decorated, the dances are vibrant, and the whole community gathers in such a joyful, colorful way. The road up to Talo is already worth the trip — winding through terraced fields with stunning valley views all around. It’s peaceful, authentic, and feels far from the usual tourist trail. If you can, time your visit with the festival, but even on a quiet day, it’s a...