Sherub Choeling Anim Dratsang
Shedrup Choeling Anim Dratshang is a Buddhist nunnery located within Sarpang Dzongkhag, Bhutan. It is dedicated to the education, spiritual training, and welfare of Buddhist nuns (ani). The institution focuses on nurturing the nuns in Buddhist philosophy, meditation, rituals, and community service under the Drukpa Kagyu tradition.
As a center for female monasticism, Shedrup Choeling Anim Dratshang plays a vital role in preserving Bhutan’s religious heritage and empowering women through spiritual growth. The nunnery regularly organizes prayer sessions, religious ceremonies, and community outreach activities. It contributes significantly to the social and spiritual fabric of Sarpang by promoting Buddhist values and supporting the well-being of its resident nuns.
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.
Shedrup Choeling Anim Dratshang Profile (Sarpang Dzongkhag) | |
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Year of Establishment | 2005 |
Ownership | Government |
Area as per Thram (acres) | 16.00 |
Gewog | Chhuzanggang |
Chiwog | Thongjab-Yueling |
No. of Monks/Nuns | 60 |
Type of Institution | Dratsang |
Contact Person | Khenpo Tshering |
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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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