Where Sacred Geography Meets Living Tradition
To the East — a revered sacred site associated with naturally manifested sacred syllables and images.
To the South — an important meditation site associated with profound Vajrayana practice.
To the North — a sacred hidden valley traditionally regarded as a sanctuary for Dharma practitioners.
To the West — one of Bhutan's holiest pilgrimage sites, deeply associated with Guru Rinpoche and Khandro Yeshe Tsogyal.
Dragon Gonpa lies at the centre of four renowned pilgrimage sites associated with the blessings of Guru Padmasambhava.
Meet Rinpoche
Born into one of Bhutan's most respected spiritual families,
Trelku Rinpoche is the Founder and Chairperson of Gesar Samdrup Goen.
Recognized as the reincarnation of Lam Tshewang Rinzin, he continues an
unbroken lineage dedicated to preserving Buddhist teachings and guiding
future generations through wisdom and compassion.
The Life of Memey Lama Pema Wangchuk
For more than forty years, Memey Lama Pema Wangchuk remained in uninterrupted retreat at Dragon Gonpa, dedicating his life to Dzogchen practice and the teachings of Guru Padmasambhava.
Family tradition recounts that he accumulated more than 1.5 billion recitations of Guru Rinpoche's mantra during his years of retreat.
His life was marked by discipline, humility, simplicity, and profound devotion.
Spiritual Legacy
Trelku Rinpoche's spiritual inheritance is rooted in an unbroken lineage of realized masters and enlightened teachers.
Reincarnation
of Lam Tshewang Rinzin
The Choejay (Dungjue) and descendant of the Pemalingpa lineage of Menji Womshing.
Direct descendant of Drubwang Pema Wangchuk Rinpoche
One of Kurtoe's most revered meditation masters.
Disciple of His Holiness Chabje Namkhai Nyingpo Rinpoche
Regarded as the Thugse (Heart Son) of Guru Khyentse Öser
From whom he continues to receive profound spiritual guidance and transmissions.
Reflecting a deep spiritual bond and the entrusted responsibility of carrying forward his
master's vision and teachings.
Project Location
Ngajur Nyingma Gesar Samdrupgoen Monastery
- The proposed site is located approximately 15 km from the Tangmachu, Lhuntse Dzongkhag main road.
- About 70% of the route is blacktopped, while the remaining 30% is a smooth road.
- The journey takes approximately 30 minutes by car, providing convenient access to the location.
About Rinpoche
Born into one of Bhutan's most respected spiritual families, Trelku Rinpoche is the Founder and Chairperson of Gesar Samdrup Goen.
Recognized as the reincarnation of Lam Tshewang Rinzin, he continues an unbroken lineage dedicated to preserving Buddhist teachings and guiding future generations through wisdom and compassion.
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