Jampey Lhakhang, one of the oldest chapels in Bhutan, stands as a testament to the country’s rich spiritual heritage. This venerable lhakhang (temple) is among the 108 temples built in a single day by the Tibetan King Songtsen Gempo, who also constructed the famous Paro Kyichu.
Named after Jampa, the future Buddha, Jampey Lhakhang houses representations of the three Buddhas—the past, the present, and the future—and tells a unique story through its structure. The descending steps of the lhakhang symbolize the past Buddha, Sakyamuni; the steps level with the floor represent the present Buddha; and the top level signifies the future Buddha.
Every October, Jampey Lhakhang becomes the vibrant heart of one of Bhutan’s most spectacular festivals, the Jampey Lhakhang Drup. A highlight of the festival is the fire blessing ceremony, where pilgrims bravely jump through a burning entrance, seeking blessings.
