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Rimochhe Monastery Museum
A serene museum showcasing Bhutan's rich Buddhist heritage, located in the heart of Bumthang Valley.
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Currency
Ngultrum (Nu) / Bhutanese Ngultrum
Best time to visit
March to May, September to November
Languages
Dzongkha
Coordinates
27.548°, 90.767°
Key facts
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The museum houses over 4,000 artifacts, including ancient religious texts, thangkas, and ritual objects.
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It also displays a rare collection of butter lamps, some dating back to the 17th century.
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The museum is located within the Jakar Dzong, a 17th-century fortress.
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Timeline
1961: The monastery was established by the 9th Je Khenpo, the head of Bhutan's Buddhist hierarchy.
1999: The monastery was converted into a museum to preserve Bhutan's cultural artifacts.
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