Chang Gangkha, Thimphu:Bhutan
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This quiet, small town in Southern Bhutan may surprise you with how many exciting things there are to do. It may appear to be a quiet place, but you can have an incredibly memorable experience there. There are lots of exciting day trip opportunities available from Gelephu that you shouldn't miss it out. Moreover, you wouldn't believe that the southern foothills of the Himalayas will be home to the Mindfulness City. The 1,000 square kilometer flatland known as Gelephu will be even easier to reach after the planned transportation infrastructure is finished. As a token of goodwill, the Indian government has promised to build and upgrade important roads that lead to Bhutan as well as to connect border towns with railway lines. Gelephu is so large that all of the towns and cities in the nation can fit inside of it.
His Majesty, The King gave the order to build the Shivalaya Yagyaswar Mahadev Mandir. It is a replica of the Samtse Shivalaya temple. The temple was built as a house of worship for the Gelephu Hindu community. The Mandir's handy location allows locals from Gelephug Thromde and surrounding villages to get together for religious ceremonies. Additionally, it will no longer be necessary for people to travel to Bihar, India, in order to perform Hindu rituals that involve offering water to the gods.
One of the most famous places on your list to see if you're visiting Gelephu is the Sarpang Dzong. Perched atop a hill, this 17th-century fortress provides breathtaking views of the surrounding verdant surroundings. Take a tower tour to fully appreciate this site's cultural significance and history. It's a captivating experience that transports you through time.
With its lush forests and an abundance of wildlife, this park is one of the nation's most valuable natural treasures. It is breathtaking. Seeing majestic tigers, elephants, and leopards in their native environments will astound you. In order to completely appreciate the splendor of Royal Manas National Park, guests can go on guided treks with knowledgeable guides who are familiar with the park's top locations. These hikes provide an intimate look at the park's breathtaking scenery and diverse array of wildlife. You might even come across some rare and endangered species that live in the park along the route.
Ten minutes' drive will get you to Tali Dratshang from Gelephu Town. In 1971, Lam Therchung is credited with establishing the Dratshang. The Lhakhang is decorated with statues of Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, Buddha, and Guru Rinpoche. In addition to being the monastic body of Sarpang Dzong's winter residence, the Dratshang is a place of worship for the locals. The Dratshang hosts a festival featuring a variety of mask dances and traditional dances each year. Thousands of residents attend the festival and enjoy it with their loved ones.
The majority of visitors to this hot spring are locals, but during the winter, people travel from all over Bhutan to take care of themselves. Additionally, visitors can experience the age-old "Menchu," or hot stone baths, tradition in Bhutan. Using this technique, hot stones are dipped into the bath to heat the water, which is then used for bathing and soaking. This is a widely utilized therapeutic approach across the nation. Older residents from all over the nation come to the hot springs to soak and unwind during the winter. Winter is thought to be a time to relax and dip.
