Stupa (Chorten) – Buddhistisches Ritualobjekt mit FiligranThis stupa follows the Swayambhu type, a term derived from Nepal Bhasa and understood to mean self arisen, like the lotus flower that grows from its own core. This round stupa stands on a double lotus base. Above it rises the dome, anda, made of quartz crystal. Four Buddha votive plaques are placed around the dome, marking the four cardinal directions. A band of red stones emphasizes the transition to the square harmika, which is provided with eyes.