Introducing Bumthang Dzongkhag
The Bumthang region encompasses four major valleys: Chokhor, Tang, Ura and Chhume. Because the dzongs and the most important temples are in the large Chokhor valley, it is commonly referred to as the Bumthang valley.
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There are two versions of the origin of the name Bumthang. The valley is supposed to be shaped like a bumpa, the vessel of holy water that is usually found on the altar of a lhakhang. Thang means ‘field’ or ‘flat place’. The less respectful translation relates to the particularly beautiful women who live here – bum means ‘girl’.
Last updated: Oct 2, 2008
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RE: Please give your opinion on this itinerary
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Hi! Firstly, it seems like a great itinerary, and in this time you will see the majority of Bhutan's sites. Don't worry about the driving…
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Hello, i would like to suggest you to shorten the driving distance between wangdue and Bumthang, i would also suggest to travel with a…
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Local vs International?
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