Chorten
A chorten, also spelled chörten, is a Buddhist reliquary monument in Tibetan Buddhist practice, equivalent to the stupa in South Asian traditions. Chortens are built as memorials, containers for sacred relics, and focal points for devotional activity. They are widespread across the Himalayan region, including Tibet, Bhutan, Ladakh, Nepal, Sikkim, and parts of India.
Architecturally, a chorten typically features a base or plinth, a dome-shaped mound, an upper square harmika,
Chortens serve multiple roles in Buddhist life. They function as places for meditation and pilgrimage, as vessels
Notable examples include the Boudhanath Stupa in Kathmandu, one of the largest and most famous chortens in