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  Trip to Bhutan.com ::: Tour Guides
Blessed with temperate climate and owing to its natural drainage from Pho Chhu (male) and Mo Chhu (female) rivers, the Punakha valley produces abundant crops and fruits.
Built strategically at the junction of Pho Chhu and Mo Chhu rivers in 1637 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal to serve as the religious and administrative centre of the region, Punakha Dzong has played an important role in Bhutan’s history.
The view of Dzong, Pho Chhu, Mo Chhu rivers and surrounding village is superb amidst chirpine forests.
www.triptobhutan.com /tourist_destinations.htm   (4175 words)

  
  Mo Chhu - Encyclopedia, History, Geography and Biography
Mo Chhu - Encyclopedia, History, Geography and Biography
Mo Chhu is a major river in Bhutan.
This encyclopedia, history, geography and biography article about Mo Chhu contains research on
www.arikah.com /encyclopedia/Mo_Chhu   (65 words)

  
 Chhu - sleepknot's Xanga Site
The Black Mountains, in central Bhutan, form a watershed between two major river systems, the Mo Chhu and the Drangme Chhu (chhu means river).
Mo Chhu is a major river in Bhutan.
Simtokha Chhu or the Ola Rong Chhu 4.
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 Trekking Itinerary for trekking in Bhutan
The camp here is near a river, a tributary to the Mo Chhu which comes out below the Gasa Tshachu (Hot Spring).
The trail descends from the high agricultural benches above the Mo Chhu into the lush semi tropical gorge filled with banana trees, creepers and animals.
The remains of Shabdrug Ngawang Namgyal, unifier of Bhutan in the 17 th century is preserved in this Dzong.
www.lhayul.com /laya-gasa-trek.htm   (717 words)

  
 Amazon.com: "Pho Chhu": Key Phrase page   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Sometimes this confluence is considered a union of a mother and father river, similar to that of the Pho Chhu and Mo Chhu at Punakha.
The Paro Chhu represents the father, and is sometimes called the `Pho Chhu', and the...
7194m; 23,604ft) to the head waters of the Pho Chhu and Thanza, Lunana is an arcadian land of intense sunlight, scattered medieval hamlets and hardy pastoral folk.
amazon.com /phrase/Pho-Chhu   (340 words)

  
 Chhu - Geetmanjusha: Hothon se chhu lo tum Lyrics : Jagajit Singh
The principal rivers of the country are; Am-mo-chhu, Paro Chhu, Wang Chhu, Puna-Tsang Chhu, Mangde Chhu, Pho Chhu, Mo Chhu, Dangme Chhu, Manas Chhu and
Cactii by the Punak Chhu river Cactii by the Punak Chhu river.
River Pho Chhu is famous among the tourists.
fjinfo.info /libt/chhu.html   (455 words)

  
 Chhu - PPC CD-ROM set
The road follows the Nikka Chhu (River) to the village of Chendebji which is on the opposite side of Nikka Chhu.
Tyasaile priye jandai chhu Timi bhanda dherai tadha Priye..
Chong-chong pun ngin mun-to oi hok Hakkafa yu mak-ke chhu:-tien mo? Lia liang pun chhu:tien yu sin-e fanpan pun.
listcomp.info /?q=chhu   (519 words)

  
 wherewewent
Our original objective was the Pa Chhu river flowing from the base of Chomolhari mountain in the Western edge of the country but on a preliminary scout proved the water a little too low and the temperatures rather cold.
From the Boarder at Phuentsholing we traveled North along the main highway and the Wang Chhu river.
We even managed to wiggle in a first descent on the upper Dang Chhu, an exciting day ensued with this small creek, it showed us what paddling extreme water in the Himalayans was like.
www.excellent-adventures.net /needmore/bhutan/Expedition/Where_we_went.htm   (272 words)

  
 Bhutan - GEOGRAPHY
The 320-kilometer-long Puna Tsang Chhu rises in northwestern Bhutan as the Mo Chhu and Pho Chhu, which are fed by the snows from the Great Himalayan Range.
The tributaries of the 370-kilometer-long Wang Chhu rise in Tibet.
The Wang Chhu itself flows southeasterly through west-central Bhutan, drains the Ha, Paro, and Thimphu valleys, and continues into the Duars, where it enters West Bengal as the Raigye Chhu.
www.mongabay.com /reference/country_studies/bhutan/GEOGRAPHY.html   (3170 words)

  
 Bhutan Tourism Travel Tours Accommmodation Information Guide   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Blessed with temperate climate and owing to its natural drainage from Pho Chhu (male) and Mo Chhu (female) rivers, the Punakha valley produces abundant crops and fruits.
Built strategically at the junction of Pho Chhu and Mo Chhu rivers in 1637 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal to serve as the religious and administrative centre of the region, Punakha Dzong has played an important role in Bhutan’s history.
The view of Dzong, Pho Chhu, Mo Chhu rivers and surrounding village is superb amidst chirpine forests.
www.spantours.com /eastindia/punakha.html   (395 words)

  
 Mercury-India.com-travel agents and tour operators in India, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Srilanka   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Old-world capital city is situated in the Wang Chhu river valley at an elevation of 7500 feet.
The monastery is precariously situated on the edge of a sheer precipice, and a visit there is a daredevil challenge, both exhausting and thrilling.
In the far east of Bhutan, on the bank of Gamri Chhu river, lies Trashigang, the country’s largest district.
www.mercury-india.com /tour/bhutan.htm   (1036 words)

  
 Limosa Holidays - Gallery
Beginning in the dry pine-clad slopes of the Paro valley, we found Ibisbill to be frequent by the Paro Chhu before moving east to the capital Thimphu.
The morning was spent by the banks of the Paro Chhu up to 14kms south of the town, where we seem to have added 3 species to Bhutan’s bird-list: Pied Wheatear, Falcated Duck and Hill Pigeon.
A male briefly by the Mo Chhu on 22nd and excellent views of a female ‘wing-flashing’ on a tree-top in flowerpecker-style near Wamrong on 29th.
www.limosaholidays.co.uk /tripReportDetail.cfm?reportID=204   (6741 words)

  
 Population and Housing Census of Bhutan 2005: Office of Census Commissioner, Thimphu Bhutan
Drangme Chhu is the largest river in Bhutan.
The 320 km long Puna Tsang Chhu flows from northwestern Bhutan, with its tributaries - Mo Chhu and Pho Chhu and exits into Indian state of West Bengal.
The Wang Chhu, which is 370 kilometers, flows southeasterly through west-central Bhutan, drains the Haa, Paro, and Thimphu dzongkhags.
www.bhutancensus.gov.bt /census_results_1.htm   (909 words)

  
 wherewewent
Our original objective was the Pa Chhu river flowing from the base of Chomolhari mountain in the Western edge of the country but on a preliminary scout proved the water a little too low and the temperatures rather cold.
From the Boarder at Phuentsholing we traveled North along the main highway and the Wang Chhu river.
We even managed to wiggle in a first descent on the upper Dang Chhu, an exciting day ensued with this small creek, it showed us what paddling extreme water in the Himalayans was like.
excellent-adventures.net /needmore/bhutan/Expedition/Where_we_went.htm   (272 words)

  
 Amanresorts   (Site not responding. Last check: )
The town is built up from the Thimphu Chhu and is centred around the quaint Clock Tower and its surrounding lanes of shops, vegetable and meat markets, and assorted local restaurants.
Straddling the confluence of the Mother (Mo) and Father (Pho) Rivers like an ancient ship stranded by the tide, the Dzong was built by the founder of the kingdom of Druk Yul - Land of the Thunder Dragon - Ngawang Namgyel.
The Chorten dominates the upper Punakha Valley with commanding views across the Mo Chhu and up towards the mountainous peaks of Gasa and beyond.
www.amanresorts.com /kora/exp.htm   (1212 words)

  
 Dzong - WikiBhutan   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Wangdue Phodrang dzong, for instance, is set upon a spur overlooking the confluence of the Puna Chhu and Tang Chhu rivers thus blocking any attacks by southern invaders who attempted to use a river route to bypass the trackless slopes of the middle Himalayas in attacking central Bhutan.
If the dzong is built on the side of a valley wall, a smaller dzong is typically built directly uphill from the main dzong with the purpose of keeping the slope clear of attackers who might otherwise shoot downward into the courtyard of the main dzong below.
Punakha dzong is distinctive in that it is sited on a relatively flat spit of land at the confluence of the Mo Chhu and Pho Chhu rivers.
www.bhutantimes.com /wikibhutan/index.php?title=Dzong   (657 words)

  
 Trekking in Bhutan ! Budget Travels & Tours (P) Ltd.   (Site not responding. Last check: )
The trek route follows the Chamkhar Chhu, a river known for its abundance of trout.
Follow Thim Chhu through the forest with rhododendron and waterfalls, the river then narrows and closes in and the trail winds along the drainage, ascending to the ruins of Barshong Dzong.
The camp is near the Nikka Chhu (river).
www.budgettravelsnepal.com /bhutan/trekking/index.htm   (3635 words)

  
 Lisa Lindblad Travel Design
In the afternoon, hike to nearby villages across the Paro Chhu (river) and view farmhouses and the villagers simple way of life (overnight: Amankora in Paro).
The day in Punakha Valley begins with a hike along the banks of the Mo Chhu through terraces of rice, chillies and cabbage, to the Khamsum Yuelley Namgyal Chorten, a monument recently built by the four Queens of Bhutan, that offers commanding views of the valley floor and up to the high mountains of Gasa.
Carrying on the highway follows the scenic Dang Chhu before climbing thru forests of bamboo and oak, and just before crossing the Pele La pass, a small side road splinters off to the hidden Phobjika Valley.
www.lisalindblad.com /itinerary-bhutan4.html   (999 words)

  
 Bumthang Prakar Tsechu: bhutan, travel, tours, trekking, nepal, india, myanmar, tibet, trips, tips, information, guide, ...
Punakha Dzong built in 1637 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyel and is situated between Pho Chhu (Male River) and Mo Chhu (Female River).
This was considered auspicious sign, representing the spread of religion to the four points of the compass.
The Dzong is situated at the confluence of Mo Chhu and Tang Chhu rivers.
www.visit2bhutan.com /prakar_tsechu.php   (1154 words)

  
 PUNAKHA (alt. 1,300m)   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Punakha served as the capital of Bhutan and still is the winter seat of Je Khenpo (the chief abbot).
The second dzong built by Shabdrung, in 1637, on a strategic junction at the confluence of Pho Chhu and Mo Chhu rivers, Punakha Dzong has played a hallowed role in history of Bhutan.
It served as the seat of Shabdrung's government, several foreign delegations were received here in 18th and 19th century, the election and coronation of the first King was observed 1907 and the Third King convened the first National Assembly in the Dzong.
www.nirvanaexpeditions.com /interest/punakha.htm   (266 words)

  
 Bhutan Trip - Day 14   (Site not responding. Last check: )
It sits at the confluence of the Mo Chhu (Mother) and the Pho Chhu (Father) rivers, and construction was started in 1637.
In 1986 a fire damaged the south-west corner of the Dzong, and in 1994 a burst glacial lake on the Pho Chhu caused further damage.
The road alongside the Paro Chhu towards the town of Paro was well maintained, and a pleasure to ride in the late afternoon, after a long day.
www.pautz.net /pautzmark/travel/bhutan9910/day_14.html   (1454 words)

  
 Outside Online Archives | Outside Online
If the deviants survived their plunge down the 3,000-foot fl bedrock cliffs to a river called Mangde Chhu, they'd done their penance and were deemed reformed.
Class IV-V Mo Chhu and Puna Tsang Chhu are also steep, punishing, and survived by NOC kayakers partly by the grace of God.
Rhododendron and magnolia forests flank the five miles of the northern Mo Chhu.
outside.away.com /outside/magazine/200006/200006toughtrips4.html   (999 words)

  
 Amanresorts   (Site not responding. Last check: )
At an altitude of 2,350m, Thimphu lies in a steep valley surrounded by richly forested mountains dotted with ancient monasteries and lhakhangs (temples).
Situated a short drive north of the grand Punakha Dzong and Puntsho Pelri Palace (winter residence of His Majesty The King), Amankora Punakha is accessed via a suspension bridge over the river Mo Chhu.
A short drive or walk takes guests to the lodge compound which is centred around a traditional Bhutanese farmhouse built as a residence by Her Majesty the Queen Mother to oversee the surrounding rice fields and fruit plantations.
www.amanresorts.com /kora/res.htm   (1135 words)

  
 Bhutan - History & Geography
The 320-kilometer-long Puna Tsang Chhu rises in northwestern Bhutan as the Mo Chhu and Pho Chhu and flows southerly into India's state of West Bengal.
The 370-kilometer-long Wang Chhu rises in Tibet, flows southeasterly through west-central Bhutan, drains the Ha, Paro, and Thimphu valleys, and continues into the Duars, where it enters West Bengal as the Raigye Chhu.
The smallest Torsa Chhu or Amo Chhu flows out of Tibet into the Chumbi Valley and swiftly through western Bhutan before broadening near Phuntsholing and then flowing into India.
www.apfanews.com /about_bhutan/history_and_geography.php   (1395 words)

  
 NEC Travel & Tours:Bhutan tour,Bhutan tour operator,Bhutan tour from NepalBhutan tour operator in Kathmandu , Bhutan ...
Thimphu lies in a wooded valley, sprawling up a hillside on the West Bank of the Thimphu Chhu [Chhu means River].
The road follows the Nikka Chhu (River) to the village of Chendebji which is on the opposite side of Nikka Chhu.
It’s a five-minute walk from the parking spot alongside the road to Membartsho (Burning Lake), which is actually a wide place in the Tang Chhu.
www.nectravels.com /bhutan/gomkora_tour.htm   (2503 words)

  
 TREKKING: SNOMAN TREK WITH GANGKAR PUENSUM
The Dzong is now used as the winter residence of monk body and administrative centre of the district.
The trail further follows the Sha Chhu and descends gradually to Geshe Woma at an altitude of 4,200m.
The path continues following Sha Chhu for 2 and half hours until the stiff climb to Sakala begins.
www.bhutantravelers.com /travel_theme/snowman_trek.php   (1197 words)

  
 Untitled Document   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Reaching the impressive Punakha Dzong we follow the river to the put in of the Mo Chhu for an afternoon run.
The Mo Chhu is a medium volume III and IV river with plenty of surf waves and play spots.
The Mo Chhu offers a further chance to warm up for the days ahead and to absorb the Bhutanese scenery and culture.
www.shivaoutdoors.com /boathouse/pop/iti_bhutan.htm   (1529 words)

  
 Bhutan - River Systems   (Site not responding. Last check: )
The 320-kilometer-long Puna Tsang Chhu rises in northwestern Bhutan as the Mo Chhu and Pho Chhu, which are fed by the snows from the Great Himalayan Range.
The tributaries of the 370-kilometer-long Wang Chhu rise in Tibet.
The smallest river system, the Torsa Chhu, known as the Amo Chhu in its northern reaches, also flows out of Tibet into the Chumbi Valley and swiftly through western Bhutan before broadening near Phuntsholing and then flowing into India.
countrystudies.us /bhutan/16.htm   (262 words)

  
 Punakha Dzong on the Mo Chhu photo - Peter Hollinger photos at pbase.com
Punakha Dzong on the Mo Chhu photo - Peter Hollinger photos at pbase.com
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 Nature Trail Trekking in Bhutan Trek : Beautiful Laya - Gasa Trek :- 20 days, Nature Trail Travels and Tours, Trekking ...
Continuing on a gradual climb alongside the Paro Chhu (Chhu means river in Drukpa) through conifers and rhododendron you'll soon enter Jigme Droji National Park.
We descend toward the army camp by the Mo Chhu River (Mother River).
We are on a high agricultural bench above the Mo Chhu, a lush semi-tropical gorge filled with banana trees, creepers and various tropical flowers and vegatation.
www.allnepal.com /bhutan/bhutan_trekking_laya_gasa.php   (1924 words)

  
 07 days trip to Bhutan, Honeymoon tour, Bhutan surface tour
Until 1955, Punakha served as the capital of Bhutan and still it is the winter seat of Je Khenpo.
Visit Punakha Dzong built in 17th century at the junction of Pho Chhu and Mo Chhu rivers.
Thimphu’s charm is not only embedded in its wealth of museums or places of historic interest but visitors must wander along the main street and into shops, all of which are decorated in traditional style.
www.visitbhutan.com /dragon_trail.html   (747 words)

  
 15 Day Bhutan Tour with Chomalhari Trek: Adventure Pilgrims Trekking
The trail again follows Pa Chhu (Paro River), ascending and descending through pine, oak and spruce forests.
The trail stays on the west side of the largely treeless valley, climbing steadily a short distance above Mo Chhu.
The trail descends gently through a dense forest of rhododendron, birch and conifers, and then drops steeply to meet Thimphu Chhu.
www.trekinepal.com /cultural_tours/15-day-bhutan-tour.html   (1181 words)

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