Punakha

Travelling to Punakha is like getting in a time machine and going back to the 17th century. Punakha offers tourists a unique medieval experience. The region still holds many traditional houses built decades ago with people leading a simple farming lifestyle. The valley is especially beautiful during spring and autumn adorned by the produce in the paddy fields. Did you know that Punakha was a former capital of Bhutan? Much of Bhutan’s significant history from fighting against the Tibetan invasion to the institution of first monarch to the signing of the treaty of Punakha with the British Indian Empire which shaped Bhutan’s future significantly were all witnessed in this region.

Getting to Punakha


Punakha valley is 70 kilometers away from Thimphu. It takes 2 hour drive to reach Punakha valley.

Weather


The temperature in Punakha ranges from 4 degree Celsius in winter to 30 degree Celsius in summer.

Punakha Elevation: 1200 meters

Popular Attractions in Punakha

Perched on a hilltop overlooking the beautiful Punakha and Wangduephodrang valley.
The temple was built to honor the Buddhist saint Drukpa Kuenley also known as the divine madman.
Rafting experience in Punakha on the Mo Chu and Pho Chu river.
The Royal Queen Mothers of Bhutan (the four sisters) hail from the Talo region.

Upcoming Events, Festivals & Activities in Punakha

Mar 6 - Mar 8
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