The Kila Gompa nunnery or Chele la Gompa is a gathering place for a few dozen nuns, located away from the hustle and fast-paced town of the cliffs below Chele Bhutan at an altitude of about 3,500m.
The Kila Gompa nunnery or Chele la Gompa is a gathering place for a few dozen nuns, located away from the hustle and fast-paced town of the cliffs below Chele Bhutan at an altitude of about 3,500m.
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About Kila Gompa Bhutan Nunnery
Kila Gompa Nunnery is located below Chelela Pass, on the way to Haa valley, about 27km from Bongdey, Paro. Journey to this nunnery, visitors will discover the life of nuns (women and girls pursuing religious activities). In addition, visitors can also admire the complete view of Paro valley, Jhomolhari mountain and Jichu Drake mountain on clear days.
Kila Gompa Nunnery Bhutan.
Kila Gompa nunnery has a total of about 7 small houses and some huts built on the side of a steep cliff. There are about 30 - 70 nuns living in voluntary isolation. Coming here, visitors will not be surprised to see their lives extremely serene, simple, in harmony with nature.
The wooden houses clung to the cliffs.
The Sanskrit meaning of "Kila" is to destroy negative things. Your visit to this temple and understand more about the lifestyle of the nuns living here will bring good change and positive energy in life.
The nuns live in the nunnery.
History and interesting facts of Kila Goemba nunnery
The Kila Goemba nunnery was originally founded in the early 9th century by Drupthob Chhoeje Norbu and Drupthob Temba as a permanent site. After being burned by a hurricane, it was rebuilt by the 25th Je Khenpo, Sherub Gyeltshen. Currently, the nunnery is home to more than 60 nuns aged between 15 and 25. Some of them are orphans, but some have given up material rehabilitation to achieve spiritual peace. Since ancient times, Kila Goemba has been a sacred site for many famous saints, including Drupthob Chilkarwa, a student of Pelden Drukpa of the Kagyupa sect.
The nunnery was founded in the 9th century.
How to reach Kila Goemba?
First, you need to drive to Chele La Pass from Paro to get to the nunnery with a travel time of about 2 hours driving from Paro to the pass. From Chele La pass you will walk to reach Kila Goemba. The walking journey takes about 1-2 hours depending on the speed.
Walking path to Kila Gompa
Attractions near Kila Gompa nunnery
Taktsang (Tiger's Nest Monastery)
Taktsang Monastery is Bhutan's most iconic landmark. This is a revered temple and monastery, built in 1692 and located 3120 meters above sea level. Visitors can only reach the monastery by walking through the rough roads. A visit to Tiger's Nest Monastery is often an unforgettable and unique experience as it is considered one of the holiest sites in Bhutan to pay respects to Guru Padmasambhava (also known as Guru Padmasambhava). Rinpoche) who brought Buddhism to Bhutan.
Tiger's Nest Monastery.
Drukgyel Dzong
Drukgyel Dzong was built in 1649 to honor Bhutan's victory over combined military forces from Tibet and Mongolia. The ancient fortress served as an important defensive base in the area and housed sacred documents until 1951 when it was almost completely destroyed by fire. The reconstruction work began in April 2016 following the order of King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck to celebrate the birthday of Prince Jigme Namgyel Wangchuck. The existing ruins and original defensive structures of Drukgyel Dzong are well preserved and protected. The ancient ruins of Drukgyel Dzong are now a famous archaeological site in Bhutan. This impressive structure was even featured in National Geographic magazine in 1914.
Drukgyel Dzong
Paro Rinpung Dzong
Rinpung Dzong or Paro Dzong is one of the finest examples of traditional architecture in Bhutan. Rinpung Dzong was built in 1645 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgayal. Currently this Dzong houses administrative offices and is also a religious center for monks in the Paro district. Because it is built right on the edge of a hillside, from here you will have a spectacular view of the Paro valley and the Paro-Chu river. Below the Dzong is a traditional wooden bridge called Nyamai Zam.
Paro Rinpung Dzong
National Museum of Bhutan, Ta Dzong
The National Museum of Bhutan is located on the hill behind Rinpung Dzong. It was originally built in 1649 as a watchtower for Rinpung Dzong. This is an ideal place for tourists who are interested in learning more information about the country of Bhutan. The museum has seven floors, each telling a unique story from the past. It houses important artefacts, antiques and precious objects, ranging from ancient and modern scrolls (Thangka), earthenware and bronze vases dating from the 17th century to many years. sword type. There are also exhibits of objects and artifacts related to Bhutan's insects and animals, an arsenal of ancient weapons and weapons, and farming tools.
National Museum of Bhutan
Kila Gompa Nunnery is a popular spiritual tourist destination in Bhutan. Coming here, you will feel a slow, peaceful pace of life with an extremely fresh and pure space.
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