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06/12/2023

Submission to the enlightened.

25/11/2023

About Bhutan: Chortens, also called Choetens are stupas of worship that dots every nooks and crannies of Bhutan. A god-fearing spiritual peaceful Kingdom.

Photo: self

24/11/2023

Trekking adventure in Bhutan.

24/11/2023

Trekking in Bhutan: I give you Mount Jumolhari(7300 mtrs)at Jumolhari basecamp.

23/11/2023

Phobjikha Valley: The rare/endangered Black-necked cranes taking off.
Photo: self

07/11/2023

Life is about accepting and appreciating simple things and not taking any for granted. Primarily what nature treats you with. Some contentment and solace goes a long way. On my 290 kms ride from Bumthang to Thimphu, I treat you the Pelela Pass(about 3200 mtrs. altitude).

06/11/2023

Bhutan story: Wangdiphodrang Dzong was built in 1638. It was burned down by a tragic fire incident in June 2012. Through the collective effort of the Govt and the people, it was restored to its former glory.

14/10/2023

Tibet tour, Sept-Oct 2023: The Druk Ralung Gompa in Tibet is the epitome of Kyague lineage of Buddhism. It was an amazing experience visiting the monastery and the history in and around it. Ralung is also the birthplace of Shabrung and Lam Drukpa Kinley.

10/10/2023

Tibet tour: The sacred Jamtring Gompa, en-route drive from Kyirong to Dengri. The location of the monastery is believed to have been blessed by Jampelyang(god of knowledge) as Jampelyang flew(riding the cloud) over the location by prophecy. Hence the name ‘Jam’ short for Jampelyang and ‘tring’ short for cloud(trimpa).

10/10/2023

A spiritual appreciation of Boudhanath Stupa, Kathmandu.

10/10/2023

A glimpse of our Nepal tour with the group.

09/10/2023

Some of the overall random pictures from the Tibet trip 18 pax.
(24th Sept to 9th Oct 2023).

09/10/2023

This morning bid farewell to our hard working Tibetan guide Sonam Phuntsho and driver Bhaktro. Entered Nepal after completing our 16 days Tibet tour. Sonam & Bhaktro left a good impression of a ‘job well done’.

09/10/2023

And last of the journey self-drive Tibetan bus. Exited Tibet and entered Nepal few minutes ago.

09/10/2023

The last place of visit in Tibet, Kyirong(birth place of Milarepa)

08/10/2023

Auma Dzong in Kyirong, South Tibet: The sacred site from where Milarepa attained enlightenment and believed to have flown off to Rong-shar(Lapche). Lapche is also the place in south Tibet from where Milerapa left earth for the heavenly abode.

08/10/2023

Milarepa’s primary successive spiritual achievement sites in Kyirong.

08/10/2023

Pegue Lake on the drive from Dengri to Kyirong.

08/10/2023

Mt. Shishapangma as seen from Tibet on the drive from Dengri to Kyirong.

08/10/2023

This morning on the drive from Old Dingri to Kyirong, about 5 hrs. drive / 240 kms. Morning treat of the gigantic mountains.

07/10/2023

Dinner tonight at Hotel Snow Leopard, old Dengri. Altitude: 4000 mtrs plus.

07/10/2023

Our group arrived in Old Dengri, Tibet. With a treat of Mount Jomolangma(Mt. Everest) from all hotel rooms window.
Our overnight altitude 4300 mtrs. Hotel rooms are fitted with oxygen outlet in case of altitude inconvenience.

07/10/2023

Gyatshola Pass(over 5000 mtrs). One of highest motorable pass in Tibet.

07/10/2023

Lunch pit stop at Lhatse, enroute to Dengri, Tibet.

07/10/2023

Lunch pit stop at Lhatse enroute Shigatse - Dengri. Lhatse is popular for their singing talents.

07/10/2023

A typical small town/village on the way to Dengri, Tibet. Altitude: 4200 mtrs.

07/10/2023

Sanjay Tsepamey Tong Ku, thousand statues of the god of longevity at Gaden Phuntsog Galing Goenpa, Tibet. The first ever Bhutanese group to visit the sacred monastery.

07/10/2023

Barley(Nae) is extensively cultivated in Tibet. The fall months are harvest season in Tibet. We made a short pit stop to soak in Tibet.

07/10/2023

Jo Langduema, an emination of Buddha Sakya Muni is the main value(taen) at Phuntsholing Gompa in south Tibet. The statue is believed to have spoken(sungjoen), a wish fulfilling statue.

07/10/2023

The remains of Drupthob Thangthong Gyalpo’s bridge over the Yarlung Tsangpo river near Phuntsholing Gompa in Tibet.

07/10/2023

Monks in Tibet at Phuntsholing Gompa, soaking up in the morning sun at their study time.

07/10/2023

Rock curving plates of Neden Chudruk(16 arhats) and Zamling Zaybe Jendruk(Buddhist masters) at Gaden Phuntshog Galing Gompa In Tibet en-route the drive from Shigatse to Dengri.

07/10/2023

Pictorial scenery of summer habitat of the endangered black-necked cranes in Tibet with the cranes winter habitat in Bhutan.

07/10/2023

On the drive from Shigatse to Dengri, about 300 kms / 6 hrs. drive.

07/10/2023

Sacred Guru Rimpoche relic In Shuksey Nunnery, located on the way to the religious site of Gangri thoekar.

06/10/2023

The first cave in Tsalung where Milarepa entered into meditation(thudam). The cave is not far from his home Ka Shi Dun Gay which is now in ruins. A supreme and sacred site for Buddhist pilgrims.

06/10/2023

Today, on the drive from Lhasa to Shigatse(about 5 hrs. drive).
Average altitude: 3700 mtrs.

25/12/2019

LOMBA Tashi Delek🥟🥟🥟
It's new year celebrations in Bhutan. Lomba is a new year celebrated by the people if western Bhutan (Paro and Haa) and on this day families come together to enjoy the famous Lomba Hoentay: delicious buckwheat dumplings made with cheese and turnip. Happy Lomba🥟🎑

23/12/2019

The Red headed Trogon spotted in south central Bhutan. Did you know that Bhutan has a bird festival with birding tours in the thick jungles of Zhemgang district in South central Bhutan. .
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21/12/2019

Do you know about the ancient tribes in Bhutan? The Monpa community in Trongsa in central Bhutan is considered to be the earliest inhabitants of Bhutan. Find out more about this tribal community at the Monpa Festival held on the 10th of December. Book now!
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