This has been number one tourist attraction in Bhutan and it has a very good trail for hikes . The legend says that, once upon a time there used to be tigers den and now this place is known as tagtsang the tiger's nest. To be precise it should be called tiger's den not tiger's nest. Tiger don't make nest only bird do. Tigers make den. just a thought.
One of the largest Buddha statue has been build on the hill top known as "Kuensel Phodrang" with 169 feet high.
gold plated, and with a diamond in his "third eye". He is placed on a hill overlooking Thimphu with great views.Buddha point offer an excellent and unparalleled view of the Thimphu valley and is especially beautiful during sunset of course this is beautiful statue of lord Buddha that towers over the city like a watchful guardian.
3.Dochula pass
The Dochula Druk Wangyle Festival was established in 2011 in commemoration of His Majesty the Fourth Druk Gyalpo and the Armed Forces' victory over Indian insurgent forces residing in southern Bhutan in 2003. A spectacle of epic Bhutanese proportions.
If you are lucky and the if its is a clear day, you will treated to a very beautifu and scenic view of the Himalayas all around you.
The 108 stupas that stand at the top of the Dochu La give you a good photo op of a different kind !
We found ourselves there on a foggy afternoon and hence we could only imagine what could be.
There is a nice "Druk Wangyel" coffee shop which serves light refreshments and tea, coffee.
The 108 stupas that stand at the top of the Dochu La give you a good photo op of a different kind !
We found ourselves there on a foggy afternoon and hence we could only imagine what could be.
There is a nice "Druk Wangyel" coffee shop which serves light refreshments and tea, coffee.
4.Punakha dzong
Without any doubt the Punakha Dzong is the most beautiful Dzong among all in Bhutan. The temple inside is pure divine and beautiful and if there is a guide accompanying you, it definitely adds on to the whole experience as there is a lot of interesting knowledge in store around the dzong.It is located in a very scenic spot alongside the river. A foot bridge crossing the river from the parking area provides great views of the exterior. Upon entering we were treated to the wonderful sounds of chanting, drumming and deep horns as the monks were praying. There is a beautiful huge banyan tree in the courtyard. Famous private temple for the King is here as well. The temple we could enter is very richly decorated with statues, paintings, & tapestries. I Highly recommend a visit.
5.Thimphu memorial chorten
This memorial was built by the queen in 1974 for her husband who had died early in life, in 1972. This memorial attracts a lot of older Bhutanese people who both turn the ten large prayer wheels located to the left of the front entrance, (and which it is believed, as you turn them all the prayers that have been previously prayed / offered there will benefit or apply to your prayers as well!) and circumambulate the stupa itself.As you enter the main gate, on the left hand side, there is a tent-like building where many locals (most elders) pray. They are volunteers to come and pray.It's not a big place, you can walk around but not able to enter inside. There is a restroom at the corner with modern facility but you must pay a small fee.