Day 3

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Rise early and head to Dochu La Pass to enjoy the grand views of the Everest. Also check out Chimi Lakhang, the fertility temple with phallic art and installations and the Punakha Dzong, also known as Pungtang Dewa chhenbi Phodrang (meaning ‘the palace of great happiness’. It was built in 1637–38 and is the second oldest and second largest dzong in Bhutan. Entry fee is INR 400 and you get a monastery tour with a guide. The dzong houses the sacred relics of the southern Drukpa Lineage of the Kagyu school of Tibetan Buddhism. And finally, do visit the the suspension bridge. Your taxi cost will be about INR 3,000.

Eat At: I loved the eclairs at the Druk Wangyel Cafeteria, Phuenzhi Diner (ask them for Bumthang-style pancakes), or Chimi Lakhang Cafeteria. It will cost about INR 1.500.