Bhutan, Punakha
Punakha (Tibetan alphabet: སྤུ་ན་ཁ་) located 1,200 metres above sea level is the administrative centre of Punakha dzongkhag, one of the 20 districts of Bhutan. Punakha was the capital of Bhutan and the seat of government until 1955, when the capital was moved to Thimphu which is about 72 km away taking about 3 hours by car.
Bhutan - the land of the thunder dragon is also a land from a different time. Steeped in tradition and culture the only way to truly appreciate it is by visiting it. "The land of the Thunder Dragon" - Druk Yul, as its called in Tibetian is indeed, the Last Shangrila protected by the mighty Himalayas from the rest of the world. Bhutan is only country where the Monarch rule is still in existence and the Kingdom is blissfully untouched. Hidden in the Eastern Himalayas between India and Tibet and as big as Switzerland, but sparsely populated, Bhutan is as pristine as it gets.
The Punakha Dzong, also known as Pungtang Dechen Photrang Dzong (which means "the palace of great happiness or bliss"), is the administrative centre of Punakha District in Punakha, Bhutan. Punakha Dzong was the administrative centre and the seat of the Government of Bhutan until 1955, when the capital was moved to Thimphu.
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The Punakha Dzong, also known as Pungtang Dechen Photrang Dzong (which means "the palace of great happiness or bliss"), is the administrative centre of Punakha District in Punakha, Bhutan. Punakha Dzong was the administrative centre and the seat of the Government of Bhutan until 1955, when the capital was moved to Thimphu. The dzong is part of the Drukpa Lineage of the Kagyu school of Tibetan Buddhism in Bhutan. It is the second oldest and most majestic dzong in Bhutan built at the orders of Ngawang Namgyal.
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The Punakha Dzong, also known as Pungtang Dechen Photrang Dzong (which means "the palace of great happiness or bliss"), is the administrative centre of Punakha District in Punakha, Bhutan. Punakha Dzong was the administrative centre and the seat of the Government of Bhutan until 1955, when the capital was moved to Thimphu. The dzong is part of the Drukpa Lineage of the Kagyu school of Tibetan Buddhism in Bhutan. It is the second oldest and most majestic dzong in Bhutan built at the orders of Ngawang Namgyal.
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The Punakha Dzong, also known as Pungtang Dechen Photrang Dzong (which means "the palace of great happiness or bliss"), is the administrative centre of Punakha District in Punakha, Bhutan. Punakha Dzong was the administrative centre and the seat of the Government of Bhutan until 1955, when the capital was moved to Thimphu. The dzong is part of the Drukpa Lineage of the Kagyu school of Tibetan Buddhism in Bhutan. It is the second oldest and most majestic dzong in Bhutan built at the orders of Ngawang Namgyal.
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Panoramic view of The Punakha Dzong, also known as Pungtang Dechen Photrang Dzong (which means "the palace of great happiness or bliss"), is the administrative centre of Punakha District in Punakha, Bhutan. Punakha Dzong was the administrative centre and the seat of the Government of Bhutan until 1955, when the capital was moved to Thimphu.
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Panoramic view of The Punakha Dzong, also known as Pungtang Dechen Photrang Dzong (which means "the palace of great happiness or bliss"), is the administrative centre of Punakha District in Punakha, Bhutan. Punakha Dzong was the administrative centre and the seat of the Government of Bhutan until 1955, when the capital was moved to Thimphu.
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The Punakha Dzong, also known as Pungtang Dechen Photrang Dzong (which means "the palace of great happiness or bliss"), is the administrative centre of Punakha District in Punakha, Bhutan. Punakha Dzong was the administrative centre and the seat of the Government of Bhutan until 1955, when the capital was moved to Thimphu. The dzong is part of the Drukpa Lineage of the Kagyu school of Tibetan Buddhism in Bhutan. It is the second oldest and most majestic dzong in Bhutan built at the orders of Ngawang Namgyal.
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Panoramic view of the couryards of The Punakha Dzong. The Punakha Dzong is also known as Pungtang Dechen Photrang Dzong (which means "the palace of great happiness or bliss"), is the administrative centre of Punakha District in Punakha, Bhutan. Punakha Dzong was the administrative centre and the seat of the Government of Bhutan until 1955, when the capital was moved to Thimphu.
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Panoramic view of the couryards of The Punakha Dzong. The Punakha Dzong is also known as Pungtang Dechen Photrang Dzong (which means "the palace of great happiness or bliss"), is the administrative centre of Punakha District in Punakha, Bhutan. Punakha Dzong was the administrative centre and the seat of the Government of Bhutan until 1955, when the capital was moved to Thimphu.
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Panoramic view of at Punakha, Bhutan from the balcony (sit out area) of our room in Hotel Dhensa.
Dhensa Boutique Resorts opened its first resort in Bhutan's Punakha Valley in March 2014. Dhensa Resort is a boutique property, located in the heart of Bhutan’s verdant and lush Punakha Valley. Flanked by thick pine forests, it overlooks the Punakha River and is surrounded by several walking and trekking trails.BTNBhutanDhensaHotel DHENSAPajoPunakhageolat27.53548751geolon89.86367128geotaggedpanopanoramic
Panoramic view of at Punakha, Bhutan.
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Panoramic view of at Punakha, Bhutan.
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Panoramic image at Dochu La pass.
Dochula pass is located on the way to Punakha from Thimphu. With its fluttering prayer flags and views over the majestic Himalayas, takes your breath away on a clear day. The highly ornate Drukwangyal Lhakhang (temple) and the 108 chortens, was built by the Queen Mother Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuck to honour the Bhutanese soldiers who were killed when fighting Indian naxals/rebels in 2003. Walking around the 108 Chortens at the pass is a surreal experience and due to its significance the visitors are very respectful of the spiritual nature of this place.pano14111661panoramicDochu La passDrukwangyal LhakhangchortensmountainsBhutanBTNgeolat27.49053162geolon89.75033209geotaggedThimphu
Panoramic image at Dochu La pass.
Dochula pass is located on the way to Punakha from Thimphu. With its fluttering prayer flags and views over the majestic Himalayas, takes your breath away on a clear day. The highly ornate Drukwangyal Lhakhang (temple) and the 108 chortens, was built by the Queen Mother Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuck to honour the Bhutanese soldiers who were killed when fighting Indian naxals/rebels in 2003. Walking around the 108 Chortens at the pass is a surreal experience and due to its significance the visitors are very respectful of the spiritual nature of this place.pano14111723panoramicDochu La passDrukwangyal LhakhangchortensmountainsBhutanBTNgeolat27.49053099geolon89.75016901geotaggedThimphu
Panoramic image of Dochula Resort Restaurant at Dochu La pass.
Dochu La pass with its fluttering prayer flags and views over the majestic Himalayas, takes your breath away on a clear day. The highly ornate Drukwangyal Lhakhang (temple) and the 108 chortens, was built by the Queen Mother Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuck to honour the Bhutanese soldiers who were killed when fighting Indian naxals/rebels in 2003.pano14111769panoramicDochula resort restaurantDochu La passDrukwangyal LhakhangchortensmountainsBhutanBTNgeolat27.49122262geolon89.74928360geotaggedThimphu
Dochula pass is located on the way to Punakha from Thimphu. With its fluttering prayer flags and views over the majestic Himalayas, takes your breath away on a clear day. The highly ornate Drukwangyal Lhakhang (temple) and the 108 chortens, was built by the Queen Mother Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuck to honour the Bhutanese soldiers who were killed when fighting Indian naxals/rebels in 2003. Walking around the 108 Chortens at the pass is a surreal experience and due to its significance the visitors are very respectful of the spiritual nature of this place.
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Dochula pass is located on the way to Punakha from Thimphu. With its fluttering prayer flags and views over the majestic Himalayas, takes your breath away on a clear day. The highly ornate Drukwangyal Lhakhang (temple) and the 108 chortens, was built by the Queen Mother Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuck to honour the Bhutanese soldiers who were killed when fighting Indian naxals/rebels in 2003. Walking around the 108 Chortens at the pass is a surreal experience and due to its significance the visitors are very respectful of the spiritual nature of this place.
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Dochula pass is located on the way to Punakha from Thimphu. With its fluttering prayer flags and views over the majestic Himalayas, takes your breath away on a clear day. The highly ornate Drukwangyal Lhakhang (temple) and the 108 chortens, was built by the Queen Mother Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuck to honour the Bhutanese soldiers who were killed when fighting Indian naxals/rebels in 2003. Walking around the 108 Chortens at the pass is a surreal experience and due to its significance the visitors are very respectful of the spiritual nature of this place.
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Dochula pass is located on the way to Punakha from Thimphu. With its fluttering prayer flags and views over the majestic Himalayas, takes your breath away on a clear day. The highly ornate Drukwangyal Lhakhang (temple) and the 108 chortens, was built by the Queen Mother Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuck to honour the Bhutanese soldiers who were killed when fighting Indian naxals/rebels in 2003. Walking around the 108 Chortens at the pass is a surreal experience and due to its significance the visitors are very respectful of the spiritual nature of this place.
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Dochula pass is located on the way to Punakha from Thimphu. With its fluttering prayer flags and views over the majestic Himalayas, takes your breath away on a clear day. The highly ornate Drukwangyal Lhakhang (temple) and the 108 chortens, was built by the Queen Mother Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuck to honour the Bhutanese soldiers who were killed when fighting Indian naxals/rebels in 2003. Walking around the 108 Chortens at the pass is a surreal experience and due to its significance the visitors are very respectful of the spiritual nature of this place.
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Dochula pass is located on the way to Punakha from Thimphu. With its fluttering prayer flags and views over the majestic Himalayas, takes your breath away on a clear day. The highly ornate Drukwangyal Lhakhang (temple) and the 108 chortens, was built by the Queen Mother Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuck to honour the Bhutanese soldiers who were killed when fighting Indian naxals/rebels in 2003. Walking around the 108 Chortens at the pass is a surreal experience and due to its significance the visitors are very respectful of the spiritual nature of this place.
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Dochula Resort Restaurant at Dochu La pass.
Dochu La pass with its fluttering prayer flags and views over the majestic Himalayas, takes your breath away on a clear day. The highly ornate Drukwangyal Lhakhang (temple) and the 108 chortens, was built by the Queen Mother Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuck to honour the Bhutanese soldiers who were killed when fighting Indian naxals/rebels in 2003.Dochu La passDochula resort restaurantDrukwangyal LhakhangBhutanBTNgeolat27.49126094geolon89.74914053geotaggedThimphu
Dochula Resort Restaurant at Dochu La pass.
Dochu La pass with its fluttering prayer flags and views over the majestic Himalayas, takes your breath away on a clear day. The highly ornate Drukwangyal Lhakhang (temple) and the 108 chortens, was built by the Queen Mother Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuck to honour the Bhutanese soldiers who were killed when fighting Indian naxals/rebels in 2003.Dochu La passDochula resort restaurantDrukwangyal LhakhangBhutanBTNgeolat27.49123861geolon89.74925878geotaggedThimphu
A couple from South Korea visiting Bhutan and getting engaged shortly.
Dochula pass is located on the way to Punakha from Thimphu. With its fluttering prayer flags and views over the majestic Himalayas, takes your breath away on a clear day. The highly ornate Drukwangyal Lhakhang (temple) and the 108 chortens, was built by the Queen Mother Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuck.Dochula passBhutanBTNgeolat27.49059241geolon89.74989899geotaggedThimphu
A couple from South Korea visiting Bhutan and getting engaged shortly.
Dochula pass is located on the way to Punakha from Thimphu. With its fluttering prayer flags and views over the majestic Himalayas, takes your breath away on a clear day. The highly ornate Drukwangyal Lhakhang (temple) and the 108 chortens, was built by the Queen Mother Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuck.Dochula passBhutanBTNgeolat27.49048734geolon89.74987502geotaggedThimphu
A couple from South Korea visiting Bhutan and getting engaged shortly.
Dochula pass is located on the way to Punakha from Thimphu. With its fluttering prayer flags and views over the majestic Himalayas, takes your breath away on a clear day. The highly ornate Drukwangyal Lhakhang (temple) and the 108 chortens, was built by the Queen Mother Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuck.Dochula passBhutanBTNgeolat27.49057813geolon89.74993076geotaggedThimphu
The Punakha Dzong, also known as Pungtang Dechen Photrang Dzong (which means "the palace of great happiness or bliss"), is the administrative centre of Punakha District in Punakha, Bhutan.
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The Punakha Dzong, also known as Pungtang Dechen Photrang Dzong (which means "the palace of great happiness or bliss"), is the administrative centre of Punakha District in Punakha, Bhutan.
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Old couple happy to show us the fresh oranges that they were carrying in the basket near the entrance of the Punakha Dzong (the palace of great happiness or bliss). Punakha, Bhutan.
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Near the entrance of the Punakha Dzong, also known as Pungtang Dechen Photrang Dzong (which means "the palace of great happiness or bliss"). Punakha, Bhutan.
Monks at The Punakha Dzong, also known as Pungtang Dechen Photrang Dzong (which means "the palace of great happiness or bliss"), is the administrative centre of Punakha District in Punakha, Bhutan.
Monks on the bridge linking to The Punakha Dzong, also known as Pungtang Dechen Photrang Dzong (which means "the palace of great happiness or bliss"), is the administrative centre of Punakha District in Punakha, Bhutan.
Inside Punakha Dzong, also known as Pungtang Dechen Photrang Dzong (which means "the palace of great happiness or bliss"), is the administrative centre of Punakha District in Punakha, Bhutan.
Steep steps of The Punakha Dzong, also known as Pungtang Dechen Photrang Dzong (which means "the palace of great happiness or bliss"), is the administrative centre of Punakha District in Punakha, Bhutan.
Inside Punakha Dzong, also known as Pungtang Dechen Photrang Dzong (which means "the palace of great happiness or bliss"), is the administrative centre of Punakha District in Punakha, Bhutan.
Monks at The Punakha Dzong, also known as Pungtang Dechen Photrang Dzong (which means "the palace of great happiness or bliss"), is the administrative centre of Punakha District in Punakha, Bhutan.
Monks at The Punakha Dzong, also known as Pungtang Dechen Photrang Dzong (which means "the palace of great happiness or bliss"), is the administrative centre of Punakha District in Punakha, Bhutan.
Monks at The Punakha Dzong, also known as Pungtang Dechen Photrang Dzong (which means "the palace of great happiness or bliss"), is the administrative centre of Punakha District in Punakha, Bhutan.
Monks at The Punakha Dzong, also known as Pungtang Dechen Photrang Dzong (which means "the palace of great happiness or bliss"), is the administrative centre of Punakha District in Punakha, Bhutan.
Inside Punakha Dzong, also known as Pungtang Dechen Photrang Dzong (which means "the palace of great happiness or bliss"), is the administrative centre of Punakha District in Punakha, Bhutan.
The Punakha Dzong, also known as Pungtang Dechen Photrang Dzong (which means "the palace of great happiness or bliss"), is the administrative centre of Punakha District in Punakha, Bhutan.
The Punakha Dzong, also known as Pungtang Dechen Photrang Dzong (which means "the palace of great happiness or bliss"), is the administrative centre of Punakha District in Punakha, Bhutan.
The Punakha Dzong, also known as Pungtang Dechen Photrang Dzong (which means "the palace of great happiness or bliss"), is the administrative centre of Punakha District in Punakha, Bhutan.
Monks at The Punakha Dzong, also known as Pungtang Dechen Photrang Dzong (which means "the palace of great happiness or bliss"), is the administrative centre of Punakha District in Punakha, Bhutan.
The Punakha Dzong, also known as Pungtang Dechen Photrang Dzong (which means "the palace of great happiness or bliss"), is the administrative centre of Punakha District in Punakha, Bhutan.
Tonemapped image of The Punakha Dzong, also known as Pungtang Dechen Photrang Dzong (which means "the palace of great happiness or bliss"), is the administrative centre of Punakha District in Punakha, Bhutan.
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Tonemapped image of The Punakha Dzong, also known as Pungtang Dechen Photrang Dzong (which means "the palace of great happiness or bliss"), is the administrative centre of Punakha District in Punakha, Bhutan.
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