Sumtrhang Revival Project

• Focus areaCulture
• StatusPast projects

The project, "Revival of Sumthrang Samdrup Choedzong’s spiritual and cultural traditions and realization of a gender-based vocational training to improve local education and working skills among young generations," in partnership with ASIA funded by Tides Foundation, successfully aimed to preserve Bhutan’s cultural heritage while enhancing educational opportunities for the local community. Through the construction of a traditional guesthouse, library, and classrooms, the project created vital infrastructure to support both spiritual and vocational trainings at the Sumtrhang Monastery. The initiative also focused on equipping the facilities with necessary furniture and materials, such as bookshelves, study tables, and beds, all crafted by local crafts workers to promote sustainable development and local craftsmanship