Dechen Phodrang, meaning ‘Cave of Consummate Bliss’, is located close to Trashi Chhoe Dzong, a 10-minute drive from the lodge. It houses the state monastic school, which provides an eight-year course for more than 450 students. This peaceful and sacred location is ideal for rituals. We can arrange for the following blessings at this lhakhang, with advance notice:
Thrisel is a 20 to 30-minute blessing using holy water to cleanse the mind, spirit and soul under the guidance of a revered lama. As a substantial amount of holy water is used, the warmer months are preferable.
US$50 per person or couple, US$15 for each additional person.
Tshewang is a one-hour ritual performed by 6-8 monks to promote longevity. This elaborate ceremony involves numerous prayers, mantras and final blessings using a Dorji (Thunderbolt) as well as sacred scriptures touched to the head.
US$150 per person or couple, US$15 for each additional person.
Rimdo is an auspicious full-day ceremony performed by 8-10 monks to grant longevity, bestow prosperity, well-being and fulfil personal requests. To a symphony of drums, horns, cymbals and bells, the monks chant holy texts and mantras. Your presence is only required for a short duration as the blessing continues from morning to night.
US$500 per person or couple, US$20 for each additional person.
Meditation Instruction can be arranged under the guidance of an experienced monk.
US$100 per person or couple, US$50 for each additional person.
Morning and evening prayers take place in the temple daily, and we will gladly accompany you if you wish to join.