Record No.
MRB-2026-006052
TEMPLE OF MONARCH – World’s First Living Temple Dedicated to the Living Monarchs.
Architecture & Structures
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Record Holder
Sonam Tshering
Bhutan
Category
Architecture & Structures
Country
Bhutan
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BT )
Achievement Date
22 January 2026
Verification Status
Certified
Record Description
The Book of World Records officially recognizes “TEMPLE OF MONARCH – World’s First Living Temple Dedicated to the Living Monarchs.” Established by Sonam Tshering in Thimphu, Bhutan, this record marks a unique cultural and artistic achievement. The record is defined by the permanent transformation of an abandoned office room into a living, functional temple exclusively honoring living monarchs, without the presence of deity statues. The space is actively used for daily reverence, making it a living institution rather than a symbolic installation. After thorough verification of evidence, originality declaration, and compliance with TBWR norms, the achievement was confirmed as a World Record for its global uniqueness and cultural significance.
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