Pelri Sangchen Yoesel Choeling
Pelri Sangchen Yoesel Choeling is a renowned religious institution located in Sarpang Dzongkhag. It serves as a center for spiritual learning and Buddhist practice within the region, following the Drukpa Kagyu tradition. The institution is dedicated to the study of scriptures, meditation, and the performance of important rituals that uphold Bhutan’s rich spiritual heritage.
The Choeling plays a vital role in community life by organizing religious ceremonies, festivals, and prayer sessions, which foster unity and spiritual well-being among the local population. It also supports the training and education of monks and nuns, ensuring the continuation of monastic traditions and cultural values in Sarpang. Through its religious services and community engagement, Pelri Sangchen Yoesel Choeling remains a respected pillar of faith and culture in the dzongkhag.
The chorten not only serves religious purposes but also holds historical and cultural value for the community. It is believed to have been built to subdue negative energies and promote harmony in the region. Locals often visit the site to offer butter lamps and circumambulate the stupa, especially during auspicious days. The annual “Monlam Chenmo” prayer ceremony conducted at the chorten is a major spiritual event, attracting lamas and laypeople alike. Surrounded by natural beauty, Monlem Gangtap Chorten continues to be a place of deep devotion and spiritual renewal.
Pelri Sangchen Yoesel Choeling Profile (Sarpang Dzongkhag) | |
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Year of Establishment | 1983 |
Ownership | Government |
Area as per Thram (acres) | 5.013 |
Gewog | Shompangkha |
Chiwog | Shompangkha |
No. of Monks/Nuns | 155 |
Type of Institution | Dratsang |
Contact Person | Karma |
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- Dzongkhag Administration Sarpang, Bhutan
- Dzong Post Box No: 104
- Phone No:06365173/06365340
- E-Mail: Demosarpang@gov.bt
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