Thini Village

It takes 30 minutes walk from Jomsom. The name of this village originates from Tibetan word Thin (lit. base or root). It is the oldest village in Panch Gaun (lit. five villages) region. Historically, Thini was an important village in the valley where famous king Thang Mig Chen used to rule over. As such every village had to pay tribute to Thini (either produce or labour). The village still has Kot Ghar (arsenal) where artilleries are preserved. It is also a gateway to Tilicho Lake, which is about two days walk. Other attractions include Thini Bonpo Gompa, Thini Bhadra Festival and Bhomo Ama Festival. Thini Bonpo Gompa having its affiliation with Lubra Gompa is currently looked after by the monks of Kuchep Terenga Gompa, belonging to Nyingma-Pa sect. Idols of Bon deities are placed at altar of the monastery. Thini Bhadra festival falling in August/September lasts for three days. The festival is celebrated with religious plays and is supposed to bring happiness to the village. Bhomo Ama is major festival of Thini and falls in April in every 12 years time for about 15 days. The next festival will take place in 2017.