When you first arrive at Paro International Airport, you will be met by one of our delightful tour guides just outside
the arrival hall. At 7,333 feet above sea level, the first thing you will likely notice is the effect of the high altitudes, so we will give you
time to acclimatize as we take a short drive to Thimphu and check into your hotel. Thimphu is the capital of Bhutan and the perfect location
to transition from your familiar lifestyle to our unique country that is like no other place on earth. Here you will begin to appreciate our
local customs as you get your first glimpse of monks dressed in traditional red robes, men in striped ghos, and women in brightly colored kiras.
Once you settle into your hotel, we will begin to unlock the mysteries of Bhutan by touring Thimphu’s most important sites.
Tachog Lhakhang [0 hrs] - In the 14th century an emanation of Guru Padmasambhava, the great Siddha Thangtong Gyalpo had been to many places
and built about 50 iron bridges in the parts of this world, for the benefit of all beings. When the great Siddha was in Phagri in Tibet, the
Haa Chundu and Paro Jodarkay requested him to come to Bhutan for the benefit of Buddha’s teaching and people. In Bhutan, the great Siddha had
built about eight bridges and established several Lhakhangs, such as Deoeteng Lhakhang, Phurdo Geonpa, Mindral Goenpa, Bardrong Lhakhang, etc.
Specially Dumtse Lhakhang at Paro Droelphug Jangsa was built for remedy of subduing Sadak and Lunyen in the country.
The place where Tachong Lhakhang is situated above chhuzom the great Siddha had meditated seven days, and he has the vision that the Lhakhang
should be built at that place, and the name of the place is also given by Tachog Gang. Because this particular place is suitable for meditation,
and to accomplish ones Buddha’s activities. The natural situation of the place is also in the triangle shape. One day he had seen a woman with
the signs of Dakini, and he gave her three blessing pills.
After some time, she had a son, named Dewa Zangpo. People in the place asked here about his father. He was pointing his finger to the sky and
said that his father is in the sky. A still picture of this story exists in the wall painting and Statue in the Lhakhang. During the time of
Desi Tenzin Rabgay, the Lhakhang was completely rebuilt as it was seen as the protector of Paro Valley.
Buddha Point [1 hrs] - Located at Kuenselphodrang Nature Park, the 169 feet bronze statue of Buddha Dordenma, Vajra Throne Buddha makes it one
of the largest statue of Buddha in the world. The Buddha Dordenma symbolizes indestructibility, and it is said to emanate an aura of peace and
happiness to the entire world. The Buddha statue will be completed soon, currently awaiting for the completed paintings but visitors can drive
up to the Buddha point and view the tallest statue of Lord Buddha. The view of Thimphu valley from the Buddha point is spectacular and beautiful,
especially at night.
Walk Around Thimphu Town [1 hrs] - Shop and walk around Thimphu town.
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