Bhutan | EP01 | Phuentsholing | Thimphu | Buddha Dordenma | Theplanetdigu

Описание: Hello People,
Welcome to first video of our Bhutan Series.

We were in Bhutan for almost 12 days to explore the tradition, culture, delicacies and everything.
Day 0: On this we took a flight from Delhi to Bagdogra Airport. Then took a cab till Phuentsholing. There are many options available online to book a cab in advance or you can book at the airport as well. They are almost same price.

By the time we reach Phuentsholing it was dark and we checked in to our hotel and had dinner.

Day 1: Well, this day was again not much active day. This day was all consumed for taking all the permits. Bhutan has allowed Indians to stay at Phuentsholing without any permit and from Phuentsholing one can get permit for Thimphu(Capital), Haa, Paro and Punakha. But, since we were also covering Phobjika and Bumthang in our trip and those permits were to be taken from Thimphu. So we have to rush to Thimphu so we can manage all the permits in one day. In Phuentsholing, we were the first to knock the doors at immigration. It took hardly 45 mins for the permit and we rushed towards Thimphu. After 4 hours of journey we reached at Thimphu immigration office. It took some time to get permits from Thimphu and it was already closing time for all monasteries and ofcourse we were starving. So, we decided to check-in to the hotel and rest. But we were so excited that we decide to walk around and explore Thimphu after having some food. We go to the local market and tried local momos. God those momos were heaven. Then after time we got back to our hotel to get ready for the next day.

Day 2: This day was really exciting not only because our actual will start from here but we are going to pick our bike as well. This is what we are here for "BHUTAN ON BIKE" :) So, we got up early, gallop our breakfast as we need to pick our bike.

Ok now we have our pick made necessary checks and started our Journey of "BHUTAN ON BIKE". First we been to a mild hike to TANGO. Hardly 20 mins from main city. and 40-45 min trek. It was a beautiful monastery(though it was under maintenance when we were there. After that we visit a zoo at Thimphu to see Bhutan's national animal "TAKIN"(they have a wine on its name too). This zoo is basically maintained for keep the rescued animals only. After that we been to Buddha Dordenma, the tallest Buddha statue in Bhutan from you can take a view of the whole city. It also comprises a monastry with 1008 Buddha Statues.

After visitng so many places in one day we got tired and got back to our hotel.

Day 3: On this day we have to go to Punakha(another city in Bhutan) and on the way we stopped at Dochula Pass and then Chimi Lhakhang. Chimi Lhakhang holds very interesting religious history and keep "PHALLUS" as sign of good omen. So, they keep them as a painting or statues at entrances of their houses.

Then we moved towards our homestay. It was an amazing experience how warm heartedly we were welcomed there. Within few minutes we made few furry friends there and the homestay owner made us delicious food which she grows in her own farm.

thanks for stopping by and watching the video.
Stay tuned for upcoming adventures in Bhutan.

Also click on the link below for more videos from our Bhutan Series:
Bhutan Teaser:    • Bhutan Teaser | Bhutan Highlights | Thepla...  ​
Bhutan EP01:    • Bhutan | EP01 | Phuentsholing | Thimphu  |...  ​
Bhutan EP02:    • Bhutan | EP02 | Punakha | Suspension Bridg...  
Bhutan EP03:    • Bhutan | EP03 | Bumthang | Phobjika | Gang...  
Bhutan EP04:    • Bhutan | EP04 | Haa Valley | Chelela | Par...