Cheri Monastery: the Spiritual Heart of Bhutan

"In the heart of Thimphu, Bhutan, a peaceful and spiritual island prevails against the lush rolling hills: Cheri Monastery. There are many beautiful monasteries to visit in Bhutan, this monastery is more popularly known as Chagri Dorjeden Monastery. There are many beautiful places to visit in Thimphu. This is a place not just for worship but is an epitome of rich cultural heritage for the people of Bhutan. Established in the year 1620 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, till today, Cheri Monastery has been the torchbearer of meditational and religious practices, and visiting this place is one of the best things to do in Thimphu. "