| Name: | Tseto Goenpa |
|---|---|
| Identity: | Lhakhang |
| Level: | Registered Heritage Building |
| Category: | Heritage Building |
| Founder: | Lam Lodroe Gyatsho |
| Constructed(Year|Century): | | 14 |
| No. of Floor | 2floor |
| Main Wall | Rammed earth walls (850mm thick for the Lhakhang) built on low stone wall footings. |
| Location: | Lamgong, Paro |
| Current Use: | Original |
| Ownership: | Government |
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Tseto Goenpa was founded in the 14th century by the Buddhist master Lam Loday Jamtsho. According to legend, while in retreat at Pelphu, the Lam saw a burning lamp at the site's current location and discovered a floating Phurba statue in a pond—a feature that can still be seen today under the Lhakhang's ground floor. The site was confirmed as auspicious when the Lam’s walking stick sprouted flowers after he planted it; the unique tree resulting from this remains at the site. The Goenpa houses numerous sacred objects, including the original Phurba statue and 100-year-old timber columns (kachen). To the east are stupas containing the kudung (relic body) of the founder. Historically, the site served as a hub for hermitages, the ruins of which are still visible. Today, it remains a vital spiritual center where the community gathers every year on the 10th day of the first month to conduct Tshechu.
