Dochula Pass & 108 Chortens

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At three thousand metres, 108 stone chortens rise in tiers against the sky, and on a clear morning the eastern Himalaya spreads behind them in a jagged wall of white.

Set at around 3,100 metres on the road between Thimphu and Punakha, Dochula Pass is among the most beloved mountain passes in Bhutan. Crowning the pass are the 108 Druk Wangyal Chortens, built in memory of Bhutanese soldiers, their tiers wrapped in fluttering prayer flags on a hillock swept by mountain air. On a clear day, the pass offers a breathtaking panorama of snow-capped eastern Himalayan peaks, while the nearby Druk Wangyal Lhakhang adds a spiritual grace note. Cool, crisp and quietly moving, Dochula Pass Bhutan is a highlight of things to do near Thimphu. For 108 chortens Bhutan and unforgettable Himalayan views Bhutan, the Druk Wangyal Chortens are unmatched. Plan your visit via the official Bhutan Tourism portal: bhutan.travel.

October to February for the clearest Himalayan views — crisp winter mornings offer the sharpest mountain panoramas.

Arrive early on a clear morning for the best chance of the Himalayan skyline before cloud rolls in, carry a warm layer as the pass is cold and breezy, walk a slow clockwise circuit of the chortens, and pause at the café for hot tea and the view.

This attraction can be easily woven into BreakBag Holidays' customised Bhutan tour packages, pairing Dochula Pass with Thimphu, Punakha and central Bhutan's valleys.

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