Bhutan is the country, which is blessed with
picturesque landscape and monuments that describe fine imprints of
architecture. This is the Himalayan nation where you can explore the rich
heritage and culture. These tourist attractions in Bhutan should be definitely
included in your itinerary plan.
Drukgyel Dzong
Drukgyel Dzong can narrate you the tales of how
Bhutanese warriors protected Bhutan from invasions during the 17th century.
Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal constructed this Dzong in 1646 to celebrate his
victory over Tibetan invaders. A massive fire destroyed the Dzong in 1951. The
central tower and the outer walls remain an imposing sight.
Punakha Dzong
Punakha Dzong, the palace of great bliss was
built by Zhabdrung in 1637. Ugyen Wangchuk, the first king of Bhutan was
crowned at this Dzong on December 17, 1907. The dzong accommodates a temple
named Machen Lhakhang where the mummified body of Zhabdrung is enshrined.
Punakha Dzong was damaged once by a quake, once by flood and six times by fire.
Rinpung and Ta Dzong
People offered crag of Hungrel at Paro to Lama
Drung Drung Gyal in the 15th century. Drung Drung Gyal constructed a small
temple. Later a five-storied fortress was constructed which was known as
Hungrel Dzong.
Shabdrung dismantled the existing dzong and laid
new foundations in 1644. The dzong was reconstructed in 1646 and was
established as a monastic and administrative centre of the western region. The
new Dzong was named as Rinpung Dzong.
Chimi Lhakhang
While travelling in Bhutan, visiting Chimi
Lhakhang is a must. Chimi Lhakhang is revered and a popular temple, which lies
on the outskirts of the fertile valley of Lobesa where the borders of
Wangduephodrang Punakha and Thimphu districts merge. The temple is dedicated to
Lama Drukpa Kuenley. Chimi Lhakhang is considered as the temple of fertility.
Tashichho Dzong
Tashichho Dzong is a fortress and Buddhist
monastery that lies in the northern part of Thimphu city. The fortress is also
located on the western bank of the Wang Chu river. The fortress is the of the
Druk Desi who is the head of the civilian government of Bhutan.
Gangtey Goenpa
Gangtey Goenpa falls on the way to Tongsa. The
way is covered with dense forests comprising of Rhododendrons and Oak. Gantey
Goenpa is around 60 km away from Wangdue. Gangtey Goenpa is the only Nyingmapa
monastery, which is located in western Bhutan.
Gangtey Goenpa is located on a ridge that
overlooks the Phobjikha valley. Gyase Pema Thinley, the grandson of Pema Lingpa
founded the Gangtey Goenpa in 1613.
Phobjikha
Phobjikha is a glacial valley that lies on the
outskirts of the northwestern tip of the Black Mountain National Park. The
valley is located at an altitude of 9840 ft. The valley is famous for the
alpine wetland.
Phobjika houses a conservation area which is
located at the northern boundary range of Jowo Dashing range. The vegetation
that can be found at hillside comprises of pine. When you visit this valley,
you can also have views of black-necked cranes, which migrates during winter
from Siberia and Tibet every year.
These are the places of attractions which you
should include in your trip to Bhutan. This kind of trip definitely enriches
your knowledge regarding Bhutanese culture.
