Punakha Dzong

The majestic Punakha Dzong lies at the confluence of two of the country’s most significant rivers, the Pho Chhu (Male River) and Mo Chhu (Female River) and is the second oldest and second largest Dzong in the country. Containing the preserved remains of Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, the unifier of Bhutan and a sacred relic known as the Ranjung Karsapani, this is one of the most important Buddhist sites in Bhutan and during the winter months the head of the clergy of Bhutan and his monks relocate here for the pleasant climate.

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Stop At: Punakha Dzong, Punakha 13001 Bhutan

Set on the confluence of the Mo Chhu and Pho Chhu and fringed by jacaranda trees, Punakha Dzong is arguably the most beautiful of Bhutan’s many dzongs. It dates back to the 17th century when it was built by the 1st Rinpoche. All of Bhutan's kings have been crowned here, and in fact, the current King married here in 2011.

Duration: 2 hours