Tashiding Monastery in Sikkim

Introduction

India, the secular nation is home to people from different religious and linguistic backgrounds. The
nations comprise 29 states, 7 union territories and more than 7935 cities (Census of India 2011). Sikkim,
a northeast state in India, bordered by Bhutan, Tibet and Nepal is the fourth-highest-income Indian state
and an emerging tourist hub. The state has many hot springs known for their therapeutic value that are
high in Sulphur content and various spiritual shrines that showcase the vibrant and popping culture of
the alluring state. The scenic state also has a lot of adventure sports for the adventure enthusiasts and
Trekking in Sikkim is one of the major ones played in the state due to bounteous best trekking routes
and walking tours in Sikkim Himalayas.

Tashiding Monastery

Tashiding Monastery is one of the most famous and popular tourist destinations in the beguiling state of
Sikkim and the term Tashiding literally means The Devoted Central Glory. It is a Buddhist Monastery
located in Western Sikkim on top of the hill rising between the Rathong chu and the Rangeet River. The
monastery was founded in the year 1641 (17th century) by Ngadak Sempa Chempo Phunshok Rigzing
who belonged to the Nyingma sect of Tibetan Buddhism.

The famous spiritual shrine is the most sacred and holiest monasteries in Sikkim. It is a part of the
Buddhist religious pilgrimage route which starts with the first monastery at Yuksam, known as the Dubdi
Monastery, Norbugang Chorten, Pemayangtse Monastery, the Rabdentse ruins, the Sanga Choeling
Monastery, and the Khecheopalri Lake.

Tashiding Monastery, being one of the oldest monasteries in Sikkim entices the tourists with its
attractive architecture and a snowy backdrop provided by the grand mountain peak, Mt.
Kanchendzonga. The famous monastery is also widely known for its festival, Bhumchhu. Bhumchhu is a
sacred water ceremony that is celebrated jubilantly during the 14th and 15th day of the first month
according to the Tibetan calendar. During the celebrations, prayer flags flutter around the shrine and
holy stupas are built for the spiritual benefit of the devotees. The basic purpose of the festival is to
highlight the importance of water as a precious resource to be conserved and not be polluted.

Best time to visit

The best time to visit the famous spiritual shrine is during the months from March to June. During these
months, the weather remains extremely pleasant and nice making it perfect to see various other tourist
attractions as well. If one wants to celebrate Bumchu Festival, one should visit the monastery during the
months of February or March.
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