The morning greeted us with a bright sunny smile. The nip of the November Himalayan morning was quite palpable as our car sped through the clean roads of Thimphu. Within no time we reached the Memorial Stupa also known as Thimphu Chorten that is right in the centre of the beautiful city. Built in 1974 it is a prominent landmark in the city with its golden spires and bells.
The stupa was erected in the memory of third Druk, Dorji Wangchuk. A beautiful pristine white structure decorated with very opulent golden pillars carved to perfection. Unfortunately photography is strictly prohibited inside the temples inner areas.
There is a huge statue of Buddha facing east, east because the sun rises from this direction and lights up the world and Buddha itself is a symbol of enlightenment. The hand painted religious scenes adorn the walls and the three floors of the chorten depict the esoteric teachings of Buddhism hinging more on the dragon and old school.
A monk sat in a corner and chanted prayers while his voice echoed in all directions. The chanting can give you goosebumps moments. It was a spiritual experience powerful enough to bring you closer to God.. whichever one you might believe in!!!
Text by Aarefa Faridoon
Pics by Faridoon Shahryar
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