Rangjung

Rangjung is a small town in Trashigang district, eastern Bhutan, located on the road between Trashigang and Samdrup Jongkhar. The town is known for Rangjung Woesel Choeling Monastery, one of the most important monasteries in eastern Bhutan, belonging to the Karma Kagyu tradition of Tibetan Buddhism. The monastery is a centre for Buddhist studies and attracts pilgrims from across the region.

Rangjung sits in a fertile valley with a subtropical climate. The surrounding area is agricultural, with rice paddies and citrus orchards. The town is a convenient stop for travellers heading south toward Samdrup Jongkhar or the Indian border.

By Plane

Yongphulla Airport (YON IATA) is about 1.5 hours by road.

By Train

By Car / Road

Rangjung is about 1 hour south of Trashigang town on a paved road. Buses and taxis run on this route.

The town and monastery are walkable.

• Rangjung Woesel Choeling Monastery — A large and active monastery with beautiful architecture and wall paintings. Visitors are welcome but should dress modestly.

• Local market — Small market serving the surrounding villages.

• Monastery tour — Observe monks in study and prayer.

• Photography — The monastery is photogenic in the morning light.

A few basic restaurants.

Bottled water and soft drinks.

Basic guesthouse near the monastery.

Basic provisions at local shops.

• Trashigang — 1 hour north. Eastern Bhutan's main town.
• Samdrup Jongkhar — 3 hours south. Border town.
• Kanglung — 30 min north. College town.