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Bhumathang : Bumthang is one of the biggest districts comprising of Bhutan. It is the most historic district (dzongkhag) if the number of ancient temples and sacred sites is counted. Bumthang consists of the four mountain valleys of Ura, Chumey, Tang and Choekhor, also known as Bumthang valley, although occasionally the entire district is referred to as Bumthang valley. Trongsa Dzong, built in 1644, the ancestral home Bhutan's royal family. This commanding Dzong, high above the roaring Mangde Chu is perhaps the most spectacularly sited Dzong in Bhutan. The Jakar Dzong. This picturesque Dzong built in 1667, believed to be the largest Dzong in the Kingdom, is located on a small hill top overlooking the Choekor Valley. The Dzong houses the office of the local governor, some administrative offices, a small court and the monks' residence.

The Vegetable Dye Project, which produces traditional vegetable dyes made from local plants that are used in the production of cotton thread and raw silk.

The Jambey Lhakhang, believed to have been built in the year 659 by the Tibetan King Songtsen Gampo to subdue an Ogress of Tibet.

The Kurjey Lhakhang, a monastery named after the body print of Guru Rinpoche, which is preserved in a cave inside the oldest of the three buildings that make up the temple complex. The first temple upon entering the complex was built in 1652 by a local governor (Penlop); the second temple was built in 1900 by the first King of Bhutan and the third by the present Queen Mother in 1984.

The Membartsho, The Burning Lake, is a 5 minute walk from the roadside in the Tang Valley. This lake occupies a wide place in the Tang Chhu (River). Terton Pema Lingpa, a renowned treasure revealer in the 15th century, found several of Guru Rimpoche's treasures in this lake. A wooden bridge crosses the river, providing a good vantage point to look down into the lake. Perhaps you will spot the temple that is said to exist in the lake's depths. The importance of the site is indicated by the extensive array of prayer flags and the small clay offerings. There is a large rock with a carving of Pema Lingpa and his two sons. Under the carved rock is a cave that virtuous people can crawl through, no matter how big they are.

PUNAKAH : Is one of the principle district in Bhutan, Punakha was the capital of Bhutan and the seat of government until 1955, Than the capital was moved to Thimphu. It is about 72 km away from Thimphu and it takes about 3 hours by car from the capital via Dochu-la Pass (3120m) .Punakha Dzong is, Bhutan's most attractive. Constructed in 1637 during the reign of the Shabdrung, the dzong was Bhutan's second, after Simtokha in Thimpu. At 600 ft long, the dzong has housed as many as 600 monks. Today, the Central Monk Body winters here before moving to Trashi Chhoe dzong in Thimpu for summer. The dzong also hosted the National Assembly until the capital was moved to Thimpu in 1961.Now these days this is the most visited points for every kinds of tourist.

PARO : The gateway of the dragon Kingdom, Paro is one of the most beautiful valley in the country. As well as this is one of the most historic valleys in Bhutan. Apart from beign the highest agricultural yielding place in the kingdom, it is also home to the national museum. Rinpung Dzong a fortress-monastery overlooking the valley has a long history. Built 1646 Shabdrung Nawang Namgyal, In addition, the Paro Valley is wide and verdant and is recognized a one of the most beautiful in all Bhutan.

Ta Dzong, means the watchtower which now convert the only National Museum in Bhutan, featuring ancient and modern Thangkhas (religious scrolls) depicting Bhutan's important saints and teachers, marvelous Bhutanese Philatelic collections, ancient and modern religious statues and ancient weapons and shields (many captured during various Tibetan invasions).

Paro Rimpung Dzong, meaning the Fortress on a heap of jewels, which houses the centre of civil and religious authority in the valley. Just below the Ta Dzong, a short walk takes you to the base of the Dzong and across a traditional cantilevered, covered bridge. Cross river Paro Chu over the wooden bridge by walk, another side of the river one ground where the local crowed play the national game "Archery" near by the Dzong one palace for king whenever he is there.

Drukgyal Dong : The most ancient Dzong in Paro valley, a 16km drive up the valley, the ruins of the Drukgyal Dzong, meaning the Fortress of Victory. Built in 1649 by the great Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, father and unifier of medieval Bhutan, the Dzong was built to commemorate the victory of Bhutan over Tibetan invasions in 1644. The Dzong was destroyed in an accidental fire in 1951 and left in ruins as an evocative reminder of the great victories it was built to commemorate. From the Dzong one can see the very niceview of Mt. Jhomolhari (7,314m) the second highest peak in Bhutan.

Taktsang Monastery, (Tiger's Nest): located north of the Paro valley. The Monastery on the top of the rock, an altitude around 2950M. Taktsang Monastery is the most famous of Bhutan‘s monasteries. It is believed that Guru Rimpoche flew to the site of the monastery on the back of a tigress, a manifestation of his consort Yeshe Tshogyal, to subdue the local demon. In 1998, this monastery was destroyed by the forest fire. It was re-constructed to its original form in 2005.

THIMPU : The capital city Thimpu situated on the bank of Wang Chu river an elevation 2210m, now these day this is the political hub of the kingdom. An enjoyable way experiencing Bhutanese life from close quarters is a walk through its streets.

Tashi Dzong : one of the most impressive landmarks and arguably the most impressive building in the country, house of the Bhutanese throne and serve as the summer residence of the venerated monastic community.

The Institute of Traditional Medicine and Science where traditional medicines are made from medicinal herbs. There is a day care facility where doctors diagnose patients and prescribe medicines, treatment by reading the pulse of the hand of the patient. The Institute was established in 1978.

Other intresting site include the Traditional Painting School where age-old Bhutanese art and craft is kept alive and passed on to forthcoming generation.

National Library – established in 1967 to preserve many ancient Dzongkha and Tibetan texts. It also houses many holy books and statues of important and religious figures in the history of Buddhism and Bhutan. Inside the library the biggest book in the world 125 pages and 60kg. weight.

Memorial Chortan – an important monument in Thimpu. Built in memory of His Majesty, the third king of Bhutan, is also worth visiting.

Later after 4pm in the evening visit the,(before that it is closed for visitor), Tashichho Dzong, the Fortress of Glorious Religion, this houses the Throne room of the King, various Government Ministries and the office of the Prime Minister seat of the National Government. It is the summer residence of Je Khenpo (Chief Abbot) and the monk body.

Some more interring points as Simthokha Dzong, Textile Museum, Takin Zoo, & Weekend Market etc.

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