Dragon Kingdom
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- View ancient Buddhist texts in Thimphu
- Explore the picturesque Punakha Valley
- Visit one of Bhutan’s oldest private monasteries, Gangte Goemba
- Journey to the sacred Jambay Temple
- Hike to the Tiger’s Nest Monastery
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Embark on a winding trip to the valley of Thimphu. After settling in, take in the sights of the city with an orientation walk along the main street and visit a chorten that was built in 1974, in memory of King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck. Examine an impressively rare collection of Buddhist texts in the National Library and gain some insight into Bhutanese rural life.
Journey back over the Lawa La (pass) and through the scenic Punukha Valley. Visit Punakha Dzong, one of the largest monasteries in Bhutan, to admire the detailed woodcarvings and prayer halls. Add some calm and serenity to the day by checking out the 15th-century Buddhist monastery Chimi Lhakhang before walking to the Khamsum Yueling Temple for a picnic lunch.
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