Chorten Kora is large, but not nearly as large as the stupa of Bodhnath in Nepal, after which it was patterned. It was constructed in 1740 by Lama Ngawang Loday in memory of his uncle, Jungshu Phesan, and to subdue local spirits.

When was chorten Kora built?

Biographical/historical: The Chorten Kora was built in Nepalese style based on the model of the Boudhanath stupa in Nepal by Lama Ngawang Loday in 1740. The main statue in the temple is of Guru Rinpoche.

Where is the Chorten Kora Nye?

Chorten Kora is located in Trashiyangtse and just below the town. One can reach Trashiyangtse after two hours drive from Trashigang.

Why is Gomphu Kora Nye important?

Gom Kora, or Gomphu Kora, is the other important religious temple that is well known in Trashiyangtse. It is believed that Guru Rinpoche encountered an evil spirit at this place. One of our research assistants, Pema Dema, was able to collect the story about this Nye. A three day festival is also held in the Gom kora.

Why was Chorten Kora built?

The stupa was built in the 18th century by Lama Ngawang Lodrö, the nephew of Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal in order to subdue a harmful demon believed to have been living at the site where the chorten is now located. ... The demon that had harmed the people of the valley was apparently subdued and banished.

History of Chorten Kora

What sacred relics are found in Chorten Kora?

In front of the chorten is a natural stone stupa, the sertho, which used to sit atop the chorten and is considered sacred. There is also a small goemba here. The popular Bhutanese film Chorten Kora was shot here.