The Dungtse Lhakhang is an unusual and circular Lhakhang, reminiscent of the Shanag, or the black hat worn by the Bhutanese Black Hat dancers was, built by the great “Builder of iron chain bridges,” Dupthob Thangtong Gyalpo. Experience a visit to this unique temple whose founder was an extended invitation by the two guardian deities of AP Chhundu and Jowo Drakye.
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