Punakha Dzong

Sonam Dendup • August 29, 2020

Punakha Dzong or the Fortress of Great Bliss

Punakha Dzong or the Fortress of Great Bliss is undeniably one of the most beautiful Dzongs in Bhutan for its location, grandiose architecture, and historical and political significance. Celebrated for its artistic and aesthetically pleasing structure the Punakha Dzong is a symbol of the harmonious union of the male and the female, being located at the confluence of the Pho Chhu (Male river) and Mo Chhu (Female river). Surrounded by beautiful Jacaranda and numerous flowering trees and plants, all the major national events and ceremonies are held at the Dzong including the coronation of the 1st King of Bhutan in 1907, the 1st Parliament session in 1953 and the wedding ceremony of the 5th King to Queen Jetsun Pema in 2011. From the Dzong, a pleasant walk through tropical flowering plants and trees will take you to the longest suspension bridge across the male river.

BST Top 5 Popular Trekking in Bhutan

By Sonam Dendup • January 12, 2021
Through this undisturbed tropical, sub-tropical and Alpine regions of virgin forests, waterfalls and lakes, highland nomadic villages, undisturbed nature and views of the Greater Himalayas and Snow Capped Peaks, Bhutan offers some of the best trekking experiences all year round.

Tashigang to Lungchutse Hike

By Sonam Dendup • January 7, 2021
The view from there is the panoramic sight of almost all the tallest Himalayan Mountain of Bhutan like majestic Gangkar Puensum, formidable Table Mountain and Tiger Mountain. As it is located at the top, the view of the Himalayan ranges is better than anywhere in the area, even as compared to famous Dochula Pass.

Why Bhutan is the future of the next holiday destination?

By Sonam Dendup • December 18, 2020
For Bhutanese, Gross National Happiness means a good government that creates an enabling environment for people to pursue happiness in a meaningful way. The result is a country at peace with itself, and people at peace with themselves!

Bjoka Village Excursion

By Tashi Wangmo • November 17, 2020
To Experience True Zhemgang

Dunmang Hotspring

By Tashi Wangmo • November 17, 2020
The Healing Power of Nature

Birding in Zhemgang

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Bird Watching in the Hotspot of Oldest National Park

Royal Manas National Park

By Tashi Wangmo • November 17, 2020
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Excursion of Trong Heritage Village

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Thowa Drak Hermitage

By Sonam Dendup • September 14, 2020
Clinging on a huge rock towards the north end of the Tang valley lies the Thowa Drak Hermitage just like the famed Tiger’s Nest Monastery in Paro. From the valley or road point it is a stiff 3 hours hike uphill through the serene and peaceful forest. Sweeping views of the Tang valley and the landscape can be enjoyed along the way with a bird’s eye view from the main site.

Brewery and Cheese Factory

By Sonam Dendup • September 14, 2020
A quick visit to the Swiss Cheese Factory and Brewery is a refreshing alternative after visiting many temples and religious sites in the Bumthang valley. The Factory was started in the late 1960’s by a Swiss national Mr Fritz Maurer who visited Bhutan and settled in Bumthang.
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