Day 1 : Arrival at Paro International Airport:
After arriving at Paro International Airport, you will be welcomed by your dedicated certified guide, and after immigration & baggage collection you will proceed to your hotel in Thimphu, capital of Bhutan. After refreshment you will start your trip according to below itinerary with certified guide and dedicated vehicle.
Tashichho Dzhong
It is a Buddhist monastery and fortress in the city of Thimphu Bhutan, on the western bank of the Wang Chu River. This was built in 1641 Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal
acquired it but finding it too small, he built another one, known as the lower Dzong. Tashichho Dzong has been the seat of the government since 1952 and presently houses the throne room and offices of the king, the secretariat and the ministries of home affairs and finance.
National Memorial Chorten
Memorial chorten has been designed to present it as “One of the most visible religious structures in Thimphuâ€. The Memorial Chorten, in the heart of the city, is designed is a Tibetan style chorten, also called as the Jangchup Chorten, patterned on the design of a classical stupa. The feature that is distinct here is the outward flaring of the rounded part to give the shape of a Vase, unlike a dome shape. National Memorial chorten is an extraordinary example of Buddhist architecture and artwork with its gorgeous paintings and intricate sculptures. You will find elderly Bhutanese people circumambulating this throughout the day.
Kuensel phodrang (Buddha Point)
Buddha Dordenma is massive statue of Shakyamuni measures in at a height of 51.5 meters, making it one of the largest statues of Buddha in the world. The statue
is made of bronze and is gilded in gold. 125,000 smaller Buddha statues have been placed within the Buddha Dordenma statue, 100,000 8 inch tall and 25,000 12 inch
tall statues respectively. Each of these thousands of Buddhas has also been cast in bronze and gilded. The throne that the Buddha Dordenma sits upon is a large meditation hall. The Buddha Dordenma is located atop a hill in Kuensel Phodrang Nature Park and overlooks the Southern entrance to Thimphu Valley. The statue fulfills an ancient prophecy dating back to the 8th century A.D that was discovered by Terton Pema Lingpa (Religious Treasure Discoverer) and is said to emanate an aura of peace and happiness to the entire world. Overnight stay in hotel. After arriving at Paro International Airport, you will be welcomed by your dedicated certified guide,
and after immigration & baggage collection you will proceed to your hotel in Thimphu, capital of Bhutan. After refreshment you will start your trip according to below itinerary with certified guide and dedicated vehicle.
Tashichho Dzhong
It is a Buddhist monastery and fortress in the city of Thimphu Bhutan, on the western bank of the Wang Chu River. This was built in 1641 Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal
acquired it but finding it too small, he built another one, known as the lower Dzong. Tashichho Dzong has been the seat of the government since 1952 and presently houses the throne room and offices of the king, the secretariat and the ministries of home affairs and finance.
National Memorial Chorten
Memorial chorten has been designed to present it as “One of the most visible religious structures in Thimphuâ€. The Memorial Chorten, in the heart of the city, is designed is a Tibetan style chorten, also called as the Jangchup Chorten, patterned on the design of a classical stupa. The feature that is distinct here is the outward flaring of the rounded part to give the shape of a Vase, unlike a dome shape. National Memorial chorten is an extraordinary example of Buddhist architecture and artwork with its gorgeous paintings and intricate sculptures. You will find elderly Bhutanese people circumambulating this throughout the day.
Kuensel phodrang (Buddha Point)
Day 2 : Thimphu Sightseeing
Takin preserve National Park
Motithang Takin (National animal) Preserve National park is located in the Motithang in Thimphu, a wildlife reserve area for Takin. This was started as a mini zoo, later the King of Bhutan felt that it was improper for a Buddhist country to confine animals for religious and environmental reasons. He therefore ordered the release of the animals and the closure of the mini-zoo on converted into a preserve. The reason for declaring takin as a National Animal of Bhutan on 25 November 2005 (Budorcas taxicolor) is attributed to a legend of the animal’s creation in Bhutan in the 15th century by Lama. The preserve also holds a few sambar and barking deer.
Folk Heritage Museum
Folk Heritage Museum was established in 2001 and provides visitors and tourists with fascinating insights into the Bhutanese material culture and way of life. The Folk Heritage Museum is set inside a three storied, 19th century traditional house. The museum gives you a glimpse of the traditional Bhutanese lifestyle, in addition to artifacts from rural households.
National handicrafts emporium
The National Handcrafts Emporium is a state run Handicrafts showroom in 4 different cities of bhutan.The emporium is run by the National Woman’s Association of Bhutan as a Non-Government Organization that is run under the royal supervision of Her Royal Highness Ashi Sonam Choden Wangchuk.The Handicrafts Emporium showcases the finest handicrafts Of the country and supports one of Bhutan’s most important income generating activities. The products on sale at the emporium include; locally manufactured hand woven fabrics, wooden masks, cane and bamboo products, traditional wooden utensils such as cups and bowls, handmade paper, statuettes, prayer wheels etc.
National institute of Zorig Chusum
The Institute Zorig Chusum falls under the national technical training authority which was created in 1990 to improve the quality of vocational training. The art taught today, in Bhutan was introduced in the fifteenth century, by Terton Pema Lingpa. These traditional crafts represent hundreds of year’s knowledge and ability that has passed down the generations. Here you can see the amazing skills for art and craft.National libraryThe National Library of Bhutan (NLB) was established in 1967 under the patronage of HM Queen Ashi Phuntso Choden (1911–2003), with a small collection of precious texts, for the purpose of "Preservation & Promotion of the rich cultural & religious heritage" of Bhutan. This is located in the Kawajangsta area of Thimphu, just above the Royal Thimphu Golf Course, nearby Bhutan Folk Heritage Museum.
Overnight Hotel in Thimphu
