Journey to the Heart of the Himalayas in Search of True Happiness
Highlights of the Trip 🐦 Experience the Serenity Under the Snow Mountains Enjoy the tranquility beneath the snow-capped peaks and have the opportunity to encounter the rare black-necked crane. 🧘♀️ Visit the Dzongs of Power, Religion, and Law Explore the Tashichho Dzong and Punakha Dzong, which integrate politics, religion, and law into one institution. 👣 Pay Homage to the Tiger's Nest Monastery Visit the Tiger's Nest Monastery, perched on a cliff 3,000 feet above the ground. Amankora ♾️ The Meaning of "Kora" "Kora" in Bhutanese means "a circular pilgrimage." The Amankora resort consists of five lodges that form a unique circular journey. Here, you can experience the pristine landscapes, ancient cultures, and spiritual traditions that have endured for centuries. 🌱 Harmony with Nature and Culture The design of the resort seamlessly integrates with the natural environment, respecting and blending into the local culture and history, offering a "homely" experience. The Radiant Himalayan Culture & Scenery 🔸 Tiger's Nest Monastery One of the world's top ten most extraordinary temples, it is perched on a cliff over 900 meters above the Paro Valley. Legend has it that Guru Rinpoche (Padmasambhava) flew here on a tiger and subdued the local demons, meditating in the cave for three months. 🔸 Punakha Dzong Recognized as the most beautiful dzong in Bhutan, it was the venue for the royal wedding of the current king and queen in 2011, symbolizing their romantic love story. The dzong is built without a single nail, showcasing the remarkable architectural skills of the Bhutanese people. 🔸 Phobjikha Valley A U-shaped valley formed by glacial erosion, with marshlands, forests, and scattered villages. The elegant black-necked crane, revered as a "divine bird" by the Bhutanese, migrates here every winter from the northern slopes of the Himalayas. #Bhutan #Himalayas#trip diary#travel guide#bhutan guide#bhutan travel#Bhutan diary#Paro#Punakha Dzong#Phobjikha Valley