Day 8:
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Druk Air flight to Paro is one of the most spectacular of all
moun t a i n f l i gh t s . One can see Moun t . Eve r es t ,
Kanchenjunga, Makalu and other peaks in Bhutan such as
Chomolhari, Jichu Drake and Tsrm Khang. The first gift from
Bhutan
will be cool, clean fresh air as you step out of the aircraft.On arrival at Paro
airport, immigration and custom formalities and then received by our
representative and transfer to the hotel.Evening take a stroll around town-s
main street. Overnight at the hotel in Paro.
Day 9:
Morning take an excursion to Taktshang Monastery, also
known as Tiger’s Nest. It is believed that Guru Rinpoche, the
father of the Bhutanese strain of Mahayana Buddhism,
arrived here on the back of a tigress and meditated at this
monastery. Taktshang was severely damaged by fire in 1998 and at present
its restoration work is in progress. But tourists are still able to visit the look-out
point. After lunch, visit Ta Dzong, the National Museum. The museum
collection includes ancient Bhutanese art and artifacts, weapons and
country’s exquisite postage stamps. Then walk down the trail to visit Rinpung
Dzong situated at commanding height, overlooking Paro valley. This Dzong is
symbolic as the religious and secular centre of all affairs of the valley.
Evening visit a traditional farm house to get an idea on lifestyle of local
people.
Day 10:
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After breakfast drive to ruins of Drukgyel Dzong, about 18 km
from the town. From this fortress, Bhutanese repelled several
invading Tibetan armies during the 17th century. Then visit
Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the oldest and most
sacred temples of the Kingdom, reflecting the introduction of Buddhism in
Bhutan.After that drive to Punakha across Dochula pass (3,050m) which
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