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Memorial Chorten
Memorial Chorten is a large white structure with a golden spire crowning it, and is one of the most visible landmarks of Thimphu. It was built in 1974 to honor the third King, Jigme Dorji Wangchuck (1928–1972). Inside, the chorten depicts larger than life size images of wrathful deities with their female consorts in large numbers, and many in explicit Yab-Yum sexual poses. The ground floor of the chorten is consecrated to the teachings of Vajrakīlaya. From the ground floor, a staircase leads to two more floors and each floor has four shrines. A centrally placed large wooden carving covers all three levels. The second floor is dedicated to teachings of the Drukpa Lineage of the Kagyu school to subdue eight varieties of evil spirits and the top floor is dedicated to the teachings of Lama Gongdu.
Trips that visit Memorial Chorten
- Snow Leopard Jomolhari TrekDay 5: Thimphu Valley Tour 14 days
- Drukyul Walking Tour BhutanDay 10-11: In Thimphu 13 days
- Three Himalayan KingdomsDay 12: In Thimphu 15 days
- Window to BhutanDay 1: Arrive in Paro – Thimphu 7 days
- Highlights of Bhutan TourDay 8: In Thimphu 10 days
- Glimpses of Bhutan 6 DaysDay 4: In Thimphu 6 days
- Darjeeling Sikkim Bhutan TourDay 9: : Punakha - Thimphu 12 days
- Bhutan Stopover Tour 4 days ( 3 nights)Day 2: Thimphu & Paro Valley Tour 4 days
Near Memorial Chorten
Other places within 15 km.
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Restaurants
Ambient Cafe
A relaxed café above the city square with coffee, salads, sandwiches, hummus and vegan cakes. A good choice for vegetarians or a light lunch.
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Museums & Institutions
Changlimithang Stadium
The national stadium occupies the site of the 1885 battle that helped establish the political supremacy of Ugyen Wangchuck, Bhutan's first king.
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Museums & Institutions
Bhutan Postal Museum
The museum features images that chronicle this journey, along with rare artifacts and Bhutan’s unique stamps, highlighting the nation's rich traditions and cultural heritage.
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Temples & Monasteries
Changangkha Lhakhang
Changangkha Lhakhang is an old fortress like temple and monastic school perched on a ridge above Thimphu.Established in the 12th century on a site chosen by Lama Phajo…
