Chendebji Chorten Tourism

Type of destination: Buddhist Monument

Chendebji Chorten, located near Trongsa in Bhutan, is an important stupa that was built in the 18th century by Lama Zhida, to subdue a demon that terrorized the area. This stupa is strategically positioned at a scenic confluence of rivers and is patterned on Kathmandu's Swayambhunath Stupa, with eyes painted at the four cardinal points. It is a significant monument in Bhutanese culture, embodying the nation's deeply ingrained Buddhist traditions. Visitors to Chendebji Chorten are greeted with a serene atmosphere and the often meditative sound of a nearby stream. The chorten itself is a large, white structure, adorned with a golden spire and vibrant prayer flags that flutter in the wind, symbolizing the omnipresence of the Buddha's teachings. Traditional Bhutanese architectural features and beautiful mandala paintings can be observed here. Around the chorten, there are several smaller stupas and prayer wheels, which are used by devotees for meditation and prayer. The chorten is frequently visited by both pilgrims and tourists on their journey across Bhutan, and it serves as a rest point with facilities for travelers.

Top 5 Reviews on Chendebji Chorten

rons320

Wrote on 17th Oct, 2023

Chendebji Chorten

According to our guide, this chorten was built to protect the area from the evil spirit of the mountain behind it. I don't know why but the only monks we saw there were little boys 6-7 year old. One o..

Malcolmle

Wrote on 6th Mar, 2020

On the way.

A very good place to stop and strech your legs. Anice short walk on the road to Trongasa. Nothing special about it.

mikeej99

Wrote on 17th Feb, 2020

One of many roadside Chorten. This one has a small stupa.

Nice stop to stretch your legs and visit with the vendors set up here. The yaks are not friendly and one charged my friend when he got too close. No harm no foul. We spent about 20 minutes here. The R..

ohiowanderer

Wrote on 3rd Feb, 2019

Small Chorten on main road

it was raining and muddy when we visited this small chorten. What made it special was watching an old lady walking around the chorten. Her face was lined but full of a life lived. We shared a cooki..