Temple is located above central Thimphu, built in 12th century by Lama Phajo Drukgom Shigpo on a ridge overlooking the town.
Local parents traditionally come here to get auspicious names for their newborns or blessing from the protector deity ‘Tamdrin’
Later drive to upper Motithang in Thimphu to visit Takin Preserve. The Takin is the national animal of Bhutan, and looks like a cross between a cow and a goat. Legend has it that the animal was created by the great Buddhist yogi, Drukpa Kuenley, and it can be found only in Bhutan and nearby areas.
Thimphu Chorten, this stupa is located at the heart of the Thimphu city and was built in 1974 to honour the third King of Bhutan, His Majesty Jigme Dorji Wangchuk (1928-1972) popularly known as Father of modern Bhutan
the Institute for Zorig Chusum (commonly known as the Painting School) where students undergo a 6-year training course in Bhutan’s 13 traditional arts and crafts, Textile Museum, which provides deep insight into Bhutan’s one of the most distinct art form, Folk Heritage Museum, dedicated to connect
Anyone who loves winter will be excited to experience the chilly weather and sometimes snowfall at Dochula Pass at a dizzying height of 3,100 m. This is reason enough to drive all the way from Thimphu to Dochula.
Dochula Pass, Bhutan is not the highest mountain pass, but it surely is one of the most beautiful passes in the world.
Dochula Pass—a beautiful mountain pass, which is about 20 km from Thimphu is a concentration of 108 memorial stupas known as “Druk Wangyal Chortens.” It’s not just a place of historical and religious importance, but also a popular tourist attraction .
The colourful prayer flags tied to the trees and temples also add a hint of spirituality and beauty to Dochula. It also attracts Photographers as it attracted me also .
Pass. One can witness the most splendid views of the snow-covered Himalayas from here.
Phallus paintings in Bhutan are esoteric symbols, which have their origins in the Chimi Lhakhang monastery near Punakha, the former capital of Bhutan
There are a bunch of names written on traditionally-made paper, and one can choose from there. This temple is mainly for couples having difficulty conceiving a child.” as per local stories .
Bodhi trees, the very tree Buddha sat under when reaching enlightenment, are surprisingly rare in spiritual Bhutan, and their grand yet relaxed presence offers a holistic vibe
The Tiger’s Nest was founded in the 8th century, though wasn’t built until the late 17th century by the fourth ruler of Bhutan, Gyalse Tenzin Rabgye.
The colourful flags will motivate you , the hikers will boost your will to climb as its very irritating . So keep Dry Fruits with you while hiking , be hydrated , and don't lose hopes its not that difficult .
The surrounding countryside, with its perfectly plotted fields and mountain feet spilling into the valley, is shrouded in light blue, a chill permeating the air.
he surrounding countryside, with its perfectly plotted fields and mountain feet spilling into the valley, is shrouded in light blue, a chill permeating the air.
In World its Photographers pardise , great from world travel to this place to take a shot of this , I was little unlucky because their were no clouds
Their are hundred of prayer flags kept their and its like about 500m area is covered with only flags
There is just one shop where you can buy biscuit and drinking water and from their you can drive to Haa , as I did
There is no public transport available on this route as buses between Haa and Paro ply through an alternate route via Chhuzom. We booked a taxi from Haa to Paro at Nu. 1000 and it took us around 3.5 hours to reach Paro.
The drive to the pass, through either Paro or Haa valley, is via thick dense forests which makes for an amazing adventure , And that's me !!!!!
These are monk"s schools or we can say place where they live in Haa valley , White Temple
Lhakhang Karpo , White Temple , its also know for high density for monks , and its quite big place also to roam around .
Haa was opened to tourists since 2002 and there are not many options of conveyance. Haa has a strategically critical position as its very near the Indo-Tibet border and the IMTRAT