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Thuji Dra, the Cliff of Compassion, where Phajo had a Vision of Chenrezig

Thuji Dra is one of the four cliffs of Guru Rinpoche prophesied to Phajo Drugom Zhigpo by Guru Rinpoche. This sacred cliff is located in Thimphu Dzongkhag at 4,000 meters above sea level.

Phajo Drugom Zhigpo founded Thujidrag Goenpa in the 13th century. The name Thuje dra is derived from Phagpa Thujechenpo, “The Compassionate One,” which Phajo had seen in his vision while he meditated at the spot where the monastery stands today.

Gom Dra

Gom Dra, the Great Meditation Cliff of Guru Rinpoche Prophesied to Phajo Drugom Zhigpo

Gom Dra is one of Guru Rinpoche’s Four Cliffs, which he entrusted to Phajo Drugom Zhigpo in his prophetic vision. This sacred cliff is located in Paro Dzongkhag at an elevation of more than 2,200 meters above sea level.

Khandro Tashi Wangmo from Chang-Namka village extended the centuries-old Drupkhang into a small temple. Later, Prostration Man Chimi built a beautiful temple complex in the meditation cliff cave of Phajo.

Guru Rinpoche in Bhutan

Guru Rinpoche in Bhutan: His Visits to Bhutan and Sacred Sites

Guru Rinpoche is one of Bhutan’s most important historical and religious figures, who introduced Buddhism. He is considered the reincarnation of the Lord Buddha and is referred to as the Second Buddha. The statue of Ugyen Guru Rimpoche appears on the altars of almost all Bhutanese temples and homes.