ABOUT THE
Attraction
The Do-Drul Chorten stupa, located in Gangktok, the capital of Sikkim, was built by Trulshi Rimpoche, head of the Nyingma order of Tibetan Buddhism, in 1945. Inside this stupa, there are complete mandala sets, a set of kan-gyur relics (holy books), zung (mantras) and other religious objects. The deity enshrined on top of the chorten stupa is known as Dorjee Phurpa or Vajra Kilaya. This chorten is regarded as one of the most important chortens of Sikkim. The stupa is marked by a golden top dome which is visible from various places in Gangtok.
It is believed that this entire place was once haunted by evil spirits and many people who wandered around this place became victims and died before this stupa was constructed here. The chorten is surrounded by Chorten Lakhang and Guru Lakhang, where there are two huge statues of Guru Rimpoche (Guru Padmasambhava). The chorten can accommodate 700 monks.
Chorten stupa is located only 2 km away from Gangtok town in the Deorali area.
OTHER ATTRACTIONS
Dubdi Monastery
Dubdi offers mesmerising scenic views. A short trek leads to the monastery and a panoramic view of the snow-capped Himalayas.
Enchey Monastery
Enchey, meaning the solitary temple, is a serene location providing gorgeous views of Mt Khangchendzonga. It is believed that Buddhist monk Druptob Karpo, who was bestowed with flying powers, flew from Maenam Hill in south Sikkim and constructed monastery.
Pemayangtse Monastery
Built in 1705 and considered to be one of the oldest and most important monasteries in the state.