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Day 1 – Arrive at Paro Arrive at Paro by Druk Air, Bhutan’s National Carrier. On arrival at Paro International Airport, you will be received by representatives of Bhutan Enigma. Transfer to Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan. Take a stroll in the evening and visit the Thimphu town. Day 2 – Full day Sightseeing It includes visit to the National Library, the folk heritage museum, the Painting School, the Handicrafts Emporium, the Textile Museum, the Memorial Chorten, and the Tashichhodozong, and the spectacular view of Thimphu valley from Sangaygang. Day 3 – Full day excursion to Tango and Cheri monasteries. The ancient monasteries of Tango and Cheri is situated some twenty minutes ride, north of Thimphu. The two monasteries are perched on hillsides facing each other. Cheri Monastery was built in 1620 by Zhabdrung Nawang Namgyal where he established the first monk body. At present, it serves as a retreat as well as a meditation centre. The present Tango monastery was built by the “divine madman”, Lam Drukpa Kuenley in the 15th century. At present it houses the Buddhist monastic college. Day 4 – Thimphu to Paro After breakfast drive for Paro. Stopover at Simtokha dzong, built by Zhabdrung Nawang Namgyal in 1629. In Paro, drive to Drukgyal dzong, now in ruins, built by Zhabdrung Nawang Namgyal in 1649. The dzong was built to celebrate the victory over Tibetan invasion and was for long the gateway fortress of the northern region. On the way back, see the bird’s eye view of the sacred Taksang Monastery perched on a steep rocky cliff amidst the pine forest. The Kichhu Lakhang, the Ta-dzong and the Rinpung dzong also offers pleasant views just as they hold a special place in the heart of the religion of the Kingdom. Day 5 – Airport for Departure Have early breakfast in the hotel and drive to the airport for flight to onward destination. Our representative will help you with all the necessary formalities. |
