1001 Places/Experiences to See or Savour #247 - Punakha Dzong, Punakha

1001 Places/Experiences to See or Savour After Remission #247

- Punakha Dzong, Punakha

 

(This Punakha Dzong is stunning! It is Bhutan's 2nd oldest and 2nd largest too, and once inside it, you can see why. Perched between 2 rivers, interestingly called the 'Male' and 'Female' rivers, it was the venue for Bhutan's royal wedding of the current King and Queen in 2011. Just look at the size of this monastery-fortress once I stand by the wall or sit on the stairs. The bridge leading to it and crossing the Female river is simply enchanting - almost directly out of a fairytale storybook. Can you spot the unique honeycombs?)