Dochula Pass (3500m a.s.l.)
Dochula pass is located on the way to Punakha from Thimphu. The pass is a popular location among tourists as it offers a stunning 360 degree panoramic view of Himalayan mountain range. The view is especially scenic on clear, winter days with snowcapped mountains forming a majestic backdrop to the tranquility of the 108 chortens gracing the mountain pass. The pass is also popular spiritual destination for both locals and tourists because an important temple is located on the crest of Dochula pass.
Druk Wangyal Chortens
Known as the Druk Wangyal Chortens- the construction of these 108 chortens was commissioned by the eldest Queen Mother, Her Majesty Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuk. Source: www.tourism.gov.bt
Dochula pass is located on the way to Punakha from Thimphu. The pass is a popular location among tourists as it offers a stunning 360 degree panoramic view of Himalayan mountain range. The view is especially scenic on clear, winter days with snowcapped mountains forming a majestic backdrop to the tranquility of the 108 chortens gracing the mountain pass. The pass is also popular spiritual destination for both locals and tourists because an important temple is located on the crest of Dochula pass.
Druk Wangyal Chortens
Known as the Druk Wangyal Chortens- the construction of these 108 chortens was commissioned by the eldest Queen Mother, Her Majesty Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuk. Source: www.tourism.gov.bt
Druk Wangyal Lhakhang Temple
The Druk Wangyal Lhakhang (temple) was built in honor of His Majesty the fourth Druk Gyalpo, Jigme Singye Wangchuck. The past and future appears to merge in the details of the lhakhang (temple) and its structure tells the story of a supreme warrior figure, whose vision pierces the distant future in a fine blend of history and mythology. Source: www.tourism.gov.bt
The Druk Wangyal Lhakhang (temple) was built in honor of His Majesty the fourth Druk Gyalpo, Jigme Singye Wangchuck. The past and future appears to merge in the details of the lhakhang (temple) and its structure tells the story of a supreme warrior figure, whose vision pierces the distant future in a fine blend of history and mythology. Source: www.tourism.gov.bt
Royal Botanical Park - Lamperi
declared as Royal Botanical Park in 2008 to commemorate 100 years of Monarchy under Wangchuck dynasty. Royal Botanical Park is a nature recreation and eco-tourism site. The park is looked after by Department of Forest and Park Services. Royal Botanical Park lies at the altitude of 2100 meters to 3800 meters above sea level and covers an area of 125 acres. The park is home for more than 28 different species of Rhododendron. The park has more than 300 different species of medicinal plants and orchid conservation area. On the other hand, mammals like musk deer, red panda, leopard, pheasants and tigers. Some of the attractions of the park are the lake where you can make rounds on a boat, trekking, campsite and watershed area. The park also hosts festival and screens documentary to the public. The most awaited festival is the Annual Rhododendron Festival which happens in April. Source: http://happyul.com
declared as Royal Botanical Park in 2008 to commemorate 100 years of Monarchy under Wangchuck dynasty. Royal Botanical Park is a nature recreation and eco-tourism site. The park is looked after by Department of Forest and Park Services. Royal Botanical Park lies at the altitude of 2100 meters to 3800 meters above sea level and covers an area of 125 acres. The park is home for more than 28 different species of Rhododendron. The park has more than 300 different species of medicinal plants and orchid conservation area. On the other hand, mammals like musk deer, red panda, leopard, pheasants and tigers. Some of the attractions of the park are the lake where you can make rounds on a boat, trekking, campsite and watershed area. The park also hosts festival and screens documentary to the public. The most awaited festival is the Annual Rhododendron Festival which happens in April. Source: http://happyul.com