Chorten Kora — Attraction in Dzongkhag Thromde

Chorten Kora is an important stupa next to the Kulong Chu River in Trashiyangtse, in East Bhutan. Nearby is a town of the same name. The stupa was built in the 18th century by the 3rd Lam of Rigsumgoenpa, His Imminence Lam Ngawang Loday the nephew of Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal. The place was known as Dhuerong, (valley of demons) because it was infested with demons and other evils which attacked the people and animals both day and night. The people living along the Kholongchu could not bear this misery, and approached Lam Ngawang Loday with the request to protect them from these evil forces. To repel and subdue the evil forces, the Lam decided to build a Chorten resembling the Boudhanath Stupa popularly known as Jarung Khashor.

The chorten was modelled after Boudhanath stupa in Nepal, which the lama carved out of a radish. Differences between the Chorten Kora and Boudhanath stupas are reportedly due to distortion of the model as it shrunk on the return journey of the lama to Bhutan. The pinnacle was originally carved out of a huge stone, which Lama Shacha Gyalpo wanted to replace with a gilded cupola. No one could think of a way to bring down the pinnacle. So, the lama performed prayers during the day and the stone miraculously descended at night. It is still found beside the chorten.

When the construction reached the completion of the vase (Bumpa) section, it is believed that a 16 years old Khandum from the Dhagpa community of Tawang entered the Chorten on her own accord and disappeared naturally into the Chorten on the 15th Day of the First Bhutanese month.

Chorten Kora, Trashiyangtse District, Bhutan Chorten Kora took twelve years to construct and The consecration ceremony of the Chorten was presided over by HH The 13th Je Khenpo, Yonten Thayey on the 30th Day of the First Bhutanese month. The demon that had harmed the people of the valley was apparently subdued and banished. Thereafter, it is said that the people of the valley continue to live in peace...

15days 1 billion Vajra Guru mantra recitation has started at chorten kora which is being conducted annually. Located 52Km from TashiGang and 567Km from Thimphu on the bank of nearby flowing river from the Tibet-bhutan border Khorlochu is one of the bhutans stupa- chortencora and a image resemblence of BodnathStupa of Nepal and Stupa Of Gorzam Chorten in Pangchanang, Tawang.

Built in 1740 by 3rd Abbot of Rigsum Gonpa, Lama Ngawang Loday in memory of his uncle Jangchub Gyeltshen(2nd Lam of Rigsum Goenpa) to subdue the demon and evils harming people of upper ,middle and lower khorlochu stands vital, flocked by peoples around. Trashiyangtse Dzongkhag initiated major renovation of chorten and surrounding from 2002 to 2008 where stone slabs were laid around, gliding of gold, butterlamp house, Gates and major repair works were carried out. "Chorten- Stupa" "Cora- Circumambulation" is one of the sacred place in Trashiyangtse. It is believed that devotees and pilgrims who go around the stupa would bring in substantial merits for them and wishes come true. 8 years old Khandrom (dakini) from Tawang, Anuracheal Pradesh is said to have been enshrined in chorten to appease the demon as prophesied in Lam’s vision on 15th Day of 1st Bhutanese Month. Thus on this day The DAKPAI CORA or Chenga Kora is being celebrated mainly by people from Tawang to pay respect and blessings. The construction of chorten took 12 long years. His Holiness Je Yonten Thaye(1724-1784) made his second visit to the valley, consecrated the chorten by making offering of the mandala of Dechog Paochigpa, and blessed the people in the valley on 30th day of 1st Bhutanese Month, the year of Water monkey. 30th day of 1st Bhutanese month is considered as Drukpai kora circumambulated by Bhutanese. Coinciding with these festivals, the Vajraguru mantra recitation brings community together and will end on 30th of Bhutanese 1st month coinciding with...

Visiting Chorten Kora in the quiet, verdant valley of Trashiyangtse, Eastern Bhutan, was like stepping back into living history. It’s an essential stop if you're looking for a profound spiritual experience far from the main tourist hubs of Paro and Thimphu.The Chorten itself is massive and strikingly white, built in the style of Nepal's Boudhanath Stupa. This 18th-century masterpiece is nestled between a dense forest and the Kholong Chu River. What truly impressed me was the contrast between the ancient structure and the vibrancy of the prayer flags that endlessly crisscross the area, carrying prayers on the mountain breeze.The heart of the visit is the Kora, the ritual circumambulation. I joined the welcoming local pilgrims, spinning the huge prayer wheels. The energy of devotion was palpable, creating a powerful sense of sanctuary and community where the only sounds were mantras and the distant rush of the river.Chorten Kora is a majestic jewel offering deep peace. It’s a perfect place to slow down, breathe the mountain air, and absorb centuries of devotion. If your itinerary takes you to the east, make the journey—you absolutely won't regret...