PHUNTSHOLING

Phuentsholing is a border town located in southern Bhutan, and is the administrative seat (dzongkhag thromde) of Chukha District. The town occupies parts of both Phuentsholing Gewog and Sampheling Gewog. Phuentsholing lies opposite the Indian town of Jaigon and cross-border trade has resulted in a thriving local economy with establishments of factories and other manufacturing units making it the business district of the south.

ZANGTHOPELRI LHAKHANG

Situated at the center of Phuentsholing town, ZangtoPelri lhakhang is a Buddhist temple built in 1990. It houses the eight life-size manifestation idols of Guru Rinpoche. It is enclosed in a beautiful park in the heart of Phuntsholing.

CROCODILE ZOO

The crocodile breeding centre was established in 1976 with an aim to increase the number of different species of crocodiles and alligators.

KHARBANDI LHAKHANG

Also known as Karbandi Goemba, it is situated 400m above an astonishing valley surrounded by coniferous trees. Built by Ashi Phuntsho Choedron, the Royal Grandmother in 1967. the Monastery offers a breathtaking view of Phuentsholing town.

SANGYE MIGYUR LING LHAKHANG

Milarepa is considered as one of Tibet’s most famous yogis and spiritual poets, whose teachings are known among several schools of Tibetan Buddhism.A monastery has been built in honor of hima shining example of the virtues of renunciation, diligent practice and devotion to his guru.