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Tashichho Dzong

Tashichho Dzong, also known as “the fortress of glorious religion,” is a Buddhist monastery and the headquarters of the Central Monastic Body of Bhutan. It is located in Thimphu, Bhutan, and is one of the most important religious and cultural centers in the country.

Buddha Dordenma Statue

The Buddha Dordenma Statue is a 169-foot (52 meters) tall bronze statue of Buddha Shakyamuni located in Thimphu, Bhutan. It is one of the tallest statues in the world and is a major tourist attraction.

National Memorial Chorten

The Buddha Dordenma Statue is a 169-foot (52 meters) tall bronze statue of Buddha Shakyamuni located in Thimphu, Bhutan. It is one of the tallest statues in the world and is a major tourist attraction.

Dochula Pass

Dochula Pass is a mountain pass in Bhutan located at an elevation of 3,150 meters above sea level. It is best known for its collection of 108 Druk Wangyal Chortens, which were built to honor the Bhutanese soldiers who died in the 2003 military operation. The pass offers stunning views of the Himalayas, including the Gangkhar Puensum, the highest mountain in Bhutan.