The Eight Auspicious Signs (Tashi Tagye)
The eight auspicious signs of Himalayan Buddhism are objects used in religious observances. In Bhutan many houses and temples are decorated with eight auspicious signs.
![Eights Auspicious Sign - Khorlo](https://www.neptuneholidaysbhutan.bt/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/khorlo-1024x1024.jpg)
Khorlo (Dharma chakra)
It is the precious wheel of Buddha’s Doctrine
![Eights Auspicious Sign - Dungkar](https://www.neptuneholidaysbhutan.bt/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Dungkar-1024x1024.jpg)
Dungkar (Conch Shell)
It is the symbol of the deep and melodious sound of Dharma teachings
![Eights Auspicious Sign - Palbheu](https://www.neptuneholidaysbhutan.bt/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Palbheu-1024x1024.jpg)
Palpheu (Endless Knot)
It represents the mind and union of wisdom and compassion
![Eights Auspicious Sign - Gyaltshen](https://www.neptuneholidaysbhutan.bt/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Gyeltshen-1024x1024.jpg)
Gyaltshen (Victory banner)
It represents the victory of the Buddhist doctrine over harmful forces.
![Eights Auspicious Sign - Lotus](https://www.neptuneholidaysbhutan.bt/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Padma-1024x1024.jpg)
Padma (Lotus)
It is a symbol of the purifications of the body, speech and mind.
![Eights Auspicious Sign - Sernya](https://www.neptuneholidaysbhutan.bt/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Sernya-1024x1024.jpg)
Sernya (A pair of Golden Fish)
It is a symbol of the auspiciousness of all beings in a state of fearlessness without drowning in the ocean of suffering.
![Bumpa](https://www.neptuneholidaysbhutan.bt/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Bumpa-1024x1024.jpg)
Bumpa (Treasure Vase)
It represents long life wealth and prosperity
![Dug](https://www.neptuneholidaysbhutan.bt/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Dug-1024x1024.jpg)
Dug (Parasol)
It is a symbol of activity of preserving beings from illness and negative forces.