Phur chachu Sacred Grove
The Phur Chachu sacred grove (often spelled Phur Tsa Chu or Phurchachu) is a prominent ethno-religious site located on the banks of the Rangeet River in South/West Sikkim, India. It is celebrated as a deeply protected ecosystem where natural geothermal elements intersect with ancient Buddhist and local cultural traditions.
About this Sacred Grove
The Phur Chachu sacred grove (spelled Phur Tsa Chu or Phurchachu). Phur chachu is located 5km away from Legship town in South Sikkim. The grove is located at the lower hill near to the river Rangit and falls in Tropical moist deciduous and semi-evergreen forest types. The main sacredness value of the place is associated with the hot spring and the monastery. The topography of the grove varies from 30° to 60° slope. The deity of the sacred grove is Guru Rinpoche. The hot spring is considered sacred to the people of Sikkim as it is believed to posses healing properties for various kinds of ailments.
The grove is known for its hot spring and the nearby sacred cave (Khan-dro Sang phu) considered sacred by the people. The hot spring is believed to have therapeutic values to cure skin diseases. Every year pilgrims from Nepal and Bhutan visits to take holy dip in this hot spring.
Location
Coordinates: 27.1500000, 88.1811000
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