Gagyel Lhundrup Weaving Center

Artisan: Gagyel Lhundrup Weaving Center

The Gagyel Lhundrup Weaving Center produces ceremonial textiles for Bhutanese royals, including the gho and kushturara for King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and Queen Jetsun Pema's highly publicized October 2011 marriage. 

The Gagyel Lhundrup Weaving Center is a private establishment in Bhutan’s capital of Thimphu. The center frequently produces ceremonial textiles for Bhutanese royals, including the gho and kushturara for King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and Queen Jetsun Pema's highly publicized October 2011 marriage. Visitors to the center can watch weavers at work and purchase their cloth.

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