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Thimphu, Bhutan’s capital, occupies a valley in the country’s western interior. In addition to being the government seat, the city is known for its Buddhist sites. The massive Tashichho Dzong is a fortified monastery and government palace with gold-leaf roofs. The Memorial Chorten, a whitewashed structure with a gold spire, is a revered Buddhist shrine dedicated to Bhutan’s third king, Jigme Dorji Wangchuck.
Punakha is a town in the Himalayas of Bhutan. It's known for the Punakha Dzong, a 17th-century fortress at the juncture of the Pho and Mo Chhu rivers. The fortress hosts the Punakha Tshechu, a religious festival featuring masked dances and music. In the surrounding Punakha Valley, temples include the fertility-focused Chimi Lhakhang and the hilltop Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten, which has river and mountain views.
Paro is a valley town in Bhutan, west of the capital, Thimphu. It is the site of the country’s only international airport and is also known for the many sacred sites in the area. North of town, the Taktsang Palphug (Tiger’s Nest) monastery clings to cliffs above the forested Paro Valley. Northwest of here are the remains of a defensive fortress, Drukgyel Dzong, dating from the 17th century.
On a clear day, the flight to Paro is one of the most spectacular of all mountain flights. Whether flying along the Himalayan range from Kathmandu or over foothills from Kolkata, the journey offers you wonderful views of the Himalayas and an exciting descent into the Kingdom. On arrival at Paro airport, after immigration and custom formalities, you will be received by our representative. Enjoy the beautiful sceneries on the way and check into the hotel on arrival at Thimphu.
Upon arrival, drive to visit the Buddha Point (KuenselPhodrang). Located a short drive away from Thimphu city centre, visitors can get a panoramic view of the Thimphu valley from here. Attraction: Buddha Dordenma Statue, Simthokha Dzong and View of Thimphu city.
Overnight at the hotel.
After breakfast, proceed for the guided tour of city‟s main attractions that includes:
Simply Bhutan Museum: The newly commissioned museum depicts the ancient Bhutanese architecture which is being lost to modernization. The best part is the portrayal of the age-old lifestyles of the Bhutanese people.
Motithang Takin Preserve: The crown jewel of Thimphu, Motithang Takin Preserve is a protected area where the national animal of Bhutan, Takin, is preserved. A half an hour walk here would unveil many exotic birds and animals to you, who wander around the area freely and in the most natural of habitat. Overflowing with serenity, the wildlife here is exquisite and should be seen once. Located in the Motithang district in Thimphu, the Royal Takin Preserve was originally a mini-zoo but later turned into a wildlife preserve. The king found it unfair to bind its national animals within definite boundaries and hence declared the area as a wildlife preserve, where the animals can roam around freely.
Textile Museum: is worth a visit to get to know the living national art of weaving. Exhibitions introduce the major weaving techniques, styles of local dress and textiles made by women and men.
Then explore the Craft Bazaar: This enterprise displays a wide range of alluring hand-woven textiles and craft products. The handicraft of Bhutan plays a key role in maintaining the country‟s unique culture and tradition and also adds value to the Bhutan tourism industry.
Overnight at the hotel.
After breakfast drive to Dochula Pass and enjoy the beautiful landscapes of the 108 Druk Wangyal Chortens.
Excursion to Chimi Lhakhang: The Chimi Lhakhang is situated on a hillock in the centre of the valley, also known as the temple of fertility. Walk through the village near the temple along the way enjoy the breath taking sceneries.
Later, visit the Suspension bridge, which is always adorned with colourful prayer flags, is the perfect example of this. Linking Punakha Dzong to Shengana, Samdingkha, and Wangkha villages across the Tsang Chu River (aka Po Chu), this is one of the longest suspension bridges in Bhutan. Yet, for a roughly 520-foot-long suspension bridge, it‟s surprisingly stable. The bridge offers a spectacular view of the river and valley, and the east bank is a good starting point for multi-day treks in the nearby mountains.
On your way back, visit Punakha Dzong or (Palace of Great Happiness), built in 1637 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, at the junction of the Phochu and Mochu rivers. This majestic dzong served as both the religious and the administrative center of Bhutan in the past. It measures some 600 by 240 feet and has a six-story, gold-domed tower. Inside are courtyards and religious statuary that hint at the depth of history and spiritual tradition embodied here.
Later drive back to hotel for restful evening.
After breakfast drive back to Paro and Enroute stop for some picturesque moments at Tamchog Lhakhang old bridge.
On arrival, visit Ta Dzong, originally built as Watchtower, which now houses National Museum.
Then, visit Rinpung Dzong, meaning (“fortress of the heap of jewels”), which has a long and fascinating history.
Overnight at hotel
After breakfast at hotel proceed for full day excursion:
Excursion to Taktsang Monastery (approx. 5hrs.30 Mins. walk): It is one of the most famous monasteries, perched on the side of a cliff 900m above the Paro valley floor. It is said that Guru Rinpoche arrived on the back of a tigress and meditated here and hence it is called „Tiger‟s Nest‟
In the evening – Explore the Paro town (on your own), which is renowned for its diverse selection of authentic handicrafts.
Overnight at the hotel.
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Thimphu, Paro
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