As the birthplace and former residence of Bhutan’s monarchs, the Wangduechhoeling Palace continues to serve not only as a museum and cultural centre but also as a living place of worship where important religious traditions are maintained.
The two temples within the palace complex, the Lingka Lhakhang and the Dralha Goenkhang, remain active places of prayer and devotion. Under the guidance of our resident Lam, daily prayers and offerings are conducted throughout the year, preserving traditions that have been observed at the palace for generations.
In addition to the daily rituals, several annual religious ceremonies are conducted, including the Dralha Zhâsum, Sindhu Khorlo, our annual institutional rimdro (ritual), and a number of other religious observances held by the local community at the Lingka Lhakhang. By maintaining these traditions alongside our museum functions, we endeavor to preserve not only the palace’s physical heritage but also the intangible cultural practices that have shaped its identity for generations.