Dochula Pass bhutan
Dochu La is an incredible Bhutanese mountain pass peaking at 3 140 m (10 301 ft) above sea level. Boasting exceptional views of the snow-capped eastern Himalaya on clear days, the pass links the capital city of Thimphu and Punakha.
Gangtey Monastery Bhutan
It was initially built as a Lhakhang, a small village monastery, which was later expanded by his son Tenzing Legpai Dhendup (1645–1726), who succeeded him as the second Trulku. It was built like a Dzong (fortress). The present Wangchuk Dynasty, which rules Bhutan, are descendants of Pema Lingpa.
Buddha statue in Bhutan
Measured at a height of 51.5 m, the statue was completed on 25th September 2015, which also marks the 60th anniversary celebration of fourth king Jigme Singye Wangchuck. The statue is made of bronze with a cover of gold which symbolizes indestructibility.
taktsang trail paro bhutan
The sacred structure sits at 3,120m (10,240ft) above sea level, perched on the edge of a cliff in the upper Paro Valley. Shrouded in folklore and myth, the monastery consists of four temples adorned with Buddhas, cotton tapestries and frescos of enlightened beings.
Tashichho Dzong Bhutan
First built in 1216, the dzong initially was only the place of residence for monks until it was extended in 1745 to make room for Bhutan government officials. The place is both an administrative centre and an important religious site since then. The Tashichho Dzong has two entrances on the eastern side.
Punakha Dzong River
The beautiful Punakha Dzong is one of the best places to visit in Punakha. At the confluence of two rivers, the Mo Chhu and Po Chhu, the Punakha dzong appears as a towering citadel of whitewashed stones. After reaching the dzong, the two rivers merge to form the Punakha Chhu River.
