Chendebji Chorten
Situated along the western highway approach to Trongsa near the village of Chendebji, this historic stupa was constructed in the 18th century by Lama Shida, patterned after the famous round-domed Boudhanath stupa of Kathmandu. Built at a strategic river confluence, local lore holds that the monument was established to pin down and subdue an evil spirit that harassed travelers traversing the high mountain pass of Pele La.
The chorten is distinguished by its whitewashed hemispherical dome painted with the watchful eyes of the Buddha facing the four cardinal directions, topped with a tiered copper finial. The site serves as a customary resting stop for travelers crossing the central districts. Visitors can take time to walk clockwise around the prayer-flag-lined stone terrace, spin the large wooden water-driven prayer wheels along the riverbank, and enjoy a quiet moment surrounded by lush pine forests and riverside pastures.
