Geographical LocationChhume valley, Bumthang district
Description
Dungtsekhar is a small temple on the left of the road in Gyetsa village while driving down from Yutola pass into Chhume valley.
History
The history of this temple seems not to be recorded to date.
Architectural style / school and related art works
Its humble architectural outlook reminds of the ancient temples of the 7th or 8th centuries but no research has been done to confirm this possibility.
Social cultural function
Community temple where rituals for the Gyetsa village are conducted
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Dungtsekhar Lhakhang
Description
Dungtsekhar is a small temple on the left of the road in Gyetsa village while driving down from Yutola pass into Chhume valley.
History
The history of this temple seems not to be recorded to date.
Architectural style / school and related art works
Its humble architectural outlook reminds of the ancient temples of the 7th or 8th centuries but no research has been done to confirm this possibility.
Social cultural function
Community temple where rituals for the Gyetsa village are conducted