Wangdue

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   Black-necked Crane

   ‘Thrung Trung Karmo' as this bird is passionately known in Bhutan is the subject of many Bhutanese songs and folklore.

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   Chukarpo to Thampe Tsho

   Approx. 18km, 5-6 hours trek / 400m ascent, 640m descent We continue descend along the bank of the river until we reach a yak pasture at Gala Pang Chhu (4010m).

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   Gangtey to Trongsa drive

   From Gangtey, the road ascends up to Lawa La pass(3360mts) through a stretch of a rough road and rejoins the east-west highway and ascends to Pele la pass(3420mts).

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   Jichu Dramo to Chukarpo

   Approx. 18km. 5-6 hrs trek / 320m ascent, 730m descent Climbs through a moraine to Rinchen Zoe La pass (5320m), which divides the Pho Chhu and Mangde Chhu drainages.

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   Maurothang to Sephu (trek Ends)-

   Aprrox.18km. 5-6 hrs / 990m descent. Here our Yak drivers change and we now have to get the horses (mules).

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   Road from Gangtey to Jakar

   The road journey between Gangtey and Bumthang in Bhutan is a scenic adventure through stunning landscapes.

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   Thampe Tsho to Maurothang

   Approx. 14km, 5 hours / 280m ascent, 1020m descent Climb steeply to Thampe La at 4600m, where you may see blue sheep high on the slopes above the trail.

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   Temples & Monasteries

   Khewang Lhakhang

   Situated on the eastern side of Phobjikha Valley, opposite Tabiting, is a small monastery said to have been established in the 15th century by Trulku Penjor Gyeltshen, a…

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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.

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    Temples & Monasteries

    Nyelung Drachaling temple

    Nyelung Drachaling temple was one of the eight Ling (residences) of the 14th-century Nyingma Dzogchen master Longchen Rabjam (Longchenpa).

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    Temples & Monasteries

    Gangtey Gompa Monastery

    Gangteng Monastery, also known as Gangtey Sangngak Choling, was established in 1613 by the first Gangteng Tulku, Rigdzin Pema Tinley (1564–1642).

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    Nature & Viewpoints

    Gangtey Nature Trail

    The Gangtey Nature Trail is a tranquil two-hour trek that offers an immersive experience of Bhutan's stunning Phobjikha Valley.

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    Towns & Valleys

    Gangtey – Phobjikha Valley

    Phobjikha is a wide glacial valley with a central stream meandering through the open grassland and thickets of dwarf bamboo.

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    Dzongs & Fortresses

    Wangdue Phodrang Dzong

    Wangdue Phodrang Dzong was originally constructed in 1639 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyel. It was later expanded by the Fourth Desi, Gyalsey Tenzin Rabgye, who added two more storeys to the Uste.

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    Towns & Valleys

    Rinchengang village

    Rinchingang, recently renamed as Drinchengang, is a captivating village known for its remarkable cluster of interconnected houses. It is situated on the opposite hill, overlooking Wangdue Phodrang Dzong.

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    Temples & Monasteries

    Lungchutse Temple & Retreat Center

    Starting at Dochula Pass (3100m), the trail gradually ascends through a forest of hemlock, birch, and rhododendron. It's a well-marked path winding through ancient forests with towering trees.

    3,550 m / 11,647 ft

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