metal statues.Afternoon visit Boudhnath - this stupa is one of the biggest in
the world of its kind. It stands with four pairsof eyes in the four cardinal
directions keeping watch for righteous behaviour and human prosperity.
Proceed onto Bhadgaon - also known as Bhaktapur meaning the city of
devotes, this place is the home of medieval art and architecture. This place
was founded in the 9th century and is shaped like a conch shell. Onto
PASHUPATINATH - Situated 5 km east of Kathmandu on the bank of sacred
Bagmati River; the temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Pashupatinath with two
tiered golden roof and silver doors is famous for its superb architecture
(Entrance into the temple premesis is permitted to the Hindus only).Overnight
stay at Hotel.
Day 8:
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Transfer to airport to leave by Druk air for Paro. ( FLT.
OPERATES ON FEW DAYS ONLY ).The flight to Paro is one
of the most spectacular of all mountain flights. One can see
the Mount Everest, the Kanchandzonga, Makalu and many
other peaks in Bhutan such as Chomolhari, Jichu Drake and Tsrim
Khang.Arrive and transfer to Hotel DRUK or similar.Paro is a picturesque
valley with quaint clusters of hamlets amidst terraced paddy fields. The town
still maintains traditions by way of its architecture and the simple way of
life.Afternoon visit to Drukgyel Dzong, Kyichu Lhakhang and a traditional
Bhutanese Farm HouseEvening at leisure to visit local shops.Overnight stay
at Hotel.
Day 9:
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Morning after breakfast proceed to Thimphu, the modern
capital town of Bhutan. Enroute stop at Chuzom (confluence)
where Paro river joins Thimphu river. Nearby Thimphu, visit
to Simtokha Dzong, the oldest fortress of the
Kingdom.Arrive and stay at Hotel DRUK or similar.Afternoon, visit to King''s
Memorial Chorten, majestic Tashichhodzong, interesting Handicrafts
Emporium and market.Overnight stay at Hotel.
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