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Glimpse of Buddhist Kingdom

Itinerary in Detail

Day 01 : Arrive Paro
Arrive Paro Int'l Airport where our representative will receive you.. After completion of airport formalities you will drive through fascination valley of Paro to the hotel.

Day 02 : Paro to Thimphu

After breakfast in the Hotel drive to Drukgyal Dzong (Bhutan Victory Fort), a ruined fortress built to commemorate victory of Bhutanese warrior over Tibetan invaders centuries ago. Witness the snowy dome of sacred Jhomolhari, “mountain of goddess” that looms directly over the Dzong. Along the way see the 7th century Kichu Lakhang, one of the 108 temples built in Himalays by Tibetan king Songtshen Gampo. This temple reflects the introduction of Buddhism in Bhutan. After lunch visit to Ta Dzong, originally as watchtower, now houses national museum of the kingdom. It boasts antique thanga, textiles, weapons, amours, household objects and a rich assortment of natural and historic artifacts.

Then walk down the trail to visit Rinpung Dzong, meaning “fortress of heap of jewels” which has a long and fascinating history.

After that drive to Thimphu, the capital town of Bhutan. The road leads through the Paro valley to the confluence of Thimphu and Paro rivers at Chuzom (confluence). Three different styles of chortens adorn the confluence. A short way beyond, on the left is Tacho Lakhang, the Temple of the Hill of Excellent horse. Witness Simtokha Dzong en route to Thimphu. On arrival in Thimphu, check into the hotel. Go for a evening walk before dinner.

Day 03 : Thimphu to Paro
After break fast, sight seeing of Thimphu valley that includes, visit to National Library, Institute for the Traditional Medicine Institute, where centuries old healing arts such as acupuncture and herbal remedies are still practiced, the Arts School where young monks learn the art of Buddhist thangkas, and the mask maker workshop. There are also workshop for fine metal craft, weaving, ceramics and papermaking.

Afternoon, visit to Tashichho Dzong, “fortress of the glorious dharma”. It is the center of Government and religion, site of King’s Throne room and the seat of Je Khenpo or Chief Abbot. Built in 1641 by the political and religious unifier of Bhutan, Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, it was reconstructed in 1961 in traditional Bhutanese manner, without nails or architectural plans. Also visit King’s Memorial Chorten continuously circumbulated by people, spinning prayer wheels and murmuring mantras.

Then visit Handicrafts Emporium and local shops if you like to browse through examples of Bhutan’s fine traditional arts. Here you can buy textiles, thangka paintings, masks, ceramics, slate and wooden carvings. Jewelry, interesting items made from local materials. Evening drive to Paro. Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Paro.

Day 04 : Paro depart
After early breakfast in he hotel, drive to the airport for flight to onward destination. Your escort from our representative will help you with exit formalities and bid you farewell.

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