Natural features

Phobjikha Valley

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Phobjikha Valley
Photo: David Broad, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

A wide glacial valley in central Bhutan, where rare black-necked cranes arrive from Tibet each winter (late October to February). The Gangtey Monastery overlooks the valley, and the Gangtey Nature Trail is a lovely gentle walk.


The crane festival is held in November. Farmhouse homestays let you experience rural life.

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