Ogyen Choling Palace Museum Tourism

Type of destination: Museum

Ogyen Choling Palace Museum, situated in the Bumthang district of Bhutan in the small village of Jakar, is a significant heritage site displaying the rich culture and history of Bhutan. The palace was once the ancestral home of the Ogyen Choling family and was converted into a museum to preserve its history, art, and traditions. Perched on a hill above the Tang valley, the impressive edifice is more than a mere structure; it epitomizes the Bhutanese way of life, religion, and aristocracy. Visitors can explore a vast collection of artifacts spread across several floors, including household items, religious texts, and traditional clothing, providing a glimpse into the lives of the Bhutanese nobility. The architecture is a representation of traditional Bhutanese palatial design with intricate woodwork and beautiful paintings. The museum's surroundings with panoramic views of the Bumthang valley add to the splendor of the experience. The location's tranquility is also a testament to the country's deep-seated Buddhist values.

Top 5 Reviews on Ogyen Choling Palace Museum

rapierse

Wrote on 6th Apr, 2023

The Ogden Choling Museum - a must see in Central Bhutan

The Ogyen Choling Heritage House and Museum are located in the beautiful Tang Valley, about a 1-hour drive from Jakar, Bumthang in Central Bhutan. While the Heritage House has excellent guest accommod..

joecM4388EB

Wrote on 26th Oct, 2020

A quiet but full of colors museum

It was a very peaceful and serene place. The care taker was very helpful and pleasant. We were told to sign on visitor log book and surprise to know that we were the only 2nd Singaporean to visit that..

DaisyClover

Wrote on 3rd Mar, 2020

Worth the bumpy road

The museum is about a 30 minute drive from the main road in the little valley town. After crossing the river the road is very, very rough. If you do not have a bad back and can deal with the bumps, th..

BhutanBurgoth

Wrote on 12th Aug, 2019

Business trip with guests

The Ogyen Choling Heritage House is an ideal place for guests interested in the history and culture of Bhutan, guests who appreciate the special setting with the calming spiritual ambiance and the sol..

DL2Some

Wrote on 1st Jun, 2019

Cultural Must

The trip through the Tang Valley is interesting albeit a rugged ride. Our purpose was to meet the owner of Ogyen Choling Palace, Kunzang Choden, a Bhutanese author of Circle of Karma and Dawg among o..