Khoma & Kishuthara

The brand that uplifts the Dzongkhag name across the country as well as throughout the globe is the famous weaving talent and textiles. Khoma, generally Lhuentse women are experts at weaving kishuthara textile. Kishuthara is one of the most expensive and attractive handicraft products in the country. It is beautifully hand-woven with a mixture of sweat, patience, and skills of women. So, Khoma not only fascinate international tourists with its talent but also invite domestic tourist of its religious importance.

While taking the tour in the textile village, one can experience weaving with comfortable Village Homestay (VHS). Khoma has 11 Village Homestays. The best way of exploring and getting an authentic cultural understanding of Lhuentse is by opting to stay in one of the farmhouses. They offer fresh and local dishes including arra (spirit distilled from grains). There is a weaving center with women working back-strap looms. Moreover, spending a night or two at a farmhouse offers an authentic experience of the traditional Bhutanese way of life.

One can also hike to Sangwa Dhadrug, where Guru Rinpoche and his consort meditated for six months secretly. It is a one-hour uphill hike from Khoma village. Sangay Lodruk temple has many sacred relics related to Guru Rinpoche, where devotees’ wishes and prayers can be fulfilled. Another hiking site is about a one-hour climb from Sangay Lodru, it is known as Zepadur. One can witness an outcrop of rocks on which paddy grows every year. It is called Matapai Lotho-meaning crops that grow without sowing. Other places, one can visit while staying at Khoma are Goenpa Karp, Kharphu temple, Ngelamdung, Timula, and many more sacred temples.