What is Rabdentse? Why did Gurkha army destroyed it?

What is Rabdentse?

Rabdentse was the second capital of the erstwhile Kingdom of Sikkim from 1670 to 1814.

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The 2nd Chogyal, Tensung Namgyal, established Rabdentse, moving the capital from Yuksom.

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Tenzing Namgyal, a weak ruler, saw Nepal appropriating most of Sikkim, leading to his escape to Lhasa.

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In 1793, Tshudpud Namgyal reclaimed the throne with China's help but shifted the capital to Tumlong.

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The Nepalese and Bhutanese repeatedly attacked Rabdentse, leaving it in ruins.

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Today, Rabdentse is ruined and located near upper Pelling. Visitors can see the Kanchendzong hill ranges from Rabdentse.

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The northern wing of the palace was the royal family's residence, with an open quadrangle for prayers.

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The palace ruins include three well-preserved chortens and the 'Dab Lhagang.'

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Rabdentse has been declared a heritage monument by the Archaeological Survey of India.

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