Punakha Dzong, Bhutan

Punakha Dzong, known as the "Palace of Great Happiness," is the second-oldest and second-largest dzong in Bhutan. Built in 1637 at the scenic confluence of the Pho Chhu and Mo Chhu rivers, it is an architectural masterpiece renowned as one of the most beautiful fortresses in the country.  
Punakha Dzong, Bhutan
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Punakha Dzong, officially known as Pungtang Dewa Chhenbi Phodrang (the "Palace of Great Happiness"), is Bhutan’s second-oldest and second-largest dzong. Built in 1637 at the stunning confluence of the Pho Chhu (father) and Mo Chhu (mother) rivers, it remains an architectural marvel and the winter residence for Bhutan's central monk body.  Built in 1637 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, the unifier of Bhutan, to serve as both an administrative fortress and a spiritual hub.
You can reach  Punakha Dzong from different ways like there are direct flights, direct trains as well as direct buses services available for  Punakha Dzong.
BY Air :  To visit Punakha Dzong by air, you will first fly into Paro International Airport (PBH), Bhutan’s only international hub. From there, you will take a scenic, 3.5 to 4-hour scenic drive (about 130 km) east through the mountains and the Dochu La Pass to reach Punakha. Indian nationals intending to visit Bhutan are required to carry any of the two valid 'Travel Documents' (a) Valid Indian Passport having validity of minimum 6 months; and/or (b) Voter Identity Card, issued by the Election Commission of India. No Visa is required to visit Bhutan.
BY Taxi : To reach Punakha Dzong, take a local shared taxi from the Khuruthang taxi stand for about BTN 40 (approx. ₹40) one-way, or hire a private cab for the day starting at ₹4,000. Shared taxis drop you near the river; cross the traditional wooden cantilever bridge to enter the Dzong.
There are numerous type of food options when you visit  Punakha Dzong and few of them are:-
Ema Datshi,Rice forms the main body of most Bhutanese meals,Pork, beef and chicken are the meats that are eaten most often. Vegetables commonly eaten include Spinach, pumpkins, turnips, radishes, tomatoes, river weed, onions and green beans.
There are 100s of hotel and homestays available for a comfortable accomodation in Punakha Dzong and few of the top hotels with great deals are available at Punakha Dzong are:
COMO Uma Punakha,Dhumra Farm Resort,Punatsangchhu Cottages,Gakyil.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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