Punakha Suspension Bridge
Punakha suspension bridge is one of the longest bridges in Bhutan measuring roughly 520 feet long. A bridge that is always adorned with colorful prayer flags. The cables are anchored to massive cement blocks on the banks. Being suspended, the bridge does have some inbuilt flexibility that makes it swing in strong winds. The deck is made of solid planks of wood nested in the deck truss. The bridge links Punakha Dzong and the village’s other side such as Shengana. It is a good spot to a take snap with a background of rivers and valleys.
Near Punakha Suspension Bridge
Other places within 15 km.
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Dzongs & Fortresses
Punakha Dzong
Punakha Dzong is arguably the most beautiful dzong in the country, particularly enchanting in spring when the surrounding Jacaranda trees are in bloom.
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Temples & Monasteries
Chimi Lhakhang
The temple, adorned with hundreds of prayer flags, graces the edge of a picturesque plateau overlooking fertile rice fields and river below.
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Stupas & Chortens
Khamsum Yulley Chorten
Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chörten, perched atop Nyizergang hill, is a sacred site accessible via a 40-minute uphill hike.
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Nature & Viewpoints
Black-Necked Crane Information Centre
This center provides insights into black-necked cranes and the valley's ecosystem. Visitors can utilize high-quality spotting scopes and cross-reference their sightings with the Field Guide to Crane Behaviour pamphlet.
