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Tashi Yangtse – The Eastern Paradise
The route to Tashi Yangtse begins down south from Trashigang which is the farthest eastern district of the Bhutanese Kingdom. The topography of this area is very beautiful and the elevation ranges from around 1,900 ft. to 14,000 ft. making it a delightful place to visit. The major towns that dot the landscape are Phongmey, Radhi, Trashigang and Rangjung. Trashigang is a tourist base from where nature lovers drive or walk into the surrounding mountains and villages. The architecture in this part of the world is ancient and gives a peaceful and quaint look to the onlooker.
Travelling north from Trashigang you will find the beautiful Trashi Yangtse. Trashi Yangtse is home to a wonderful chorten that is a replica of the Bodhnath Stupa of Kathmandu. Though it is copied from the Nepalese chorten, it has a majestic aura to it and makes it a must see. The town of Tashi Yangtse also houses a hospital and the Dzong, Institute for Zorig Chusum, a school of traditional art. The Dzong dates back to 1659 and is built on an inaccessible terrain to protect it from invaders. It houses the Trashigang Dzongkhag headquarters.In addition to all these, the Tashi Yangtse offers a lot more to the tourist.
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Trashigang Tsechu
This is a colourful festival which is religious and is held for some days in the month of December. Though the dates change every year, one can find out in advance to ensure that visitors enjoy this festival. If you are in the area during this festival, make sure that you attend it.
Trashigang Dzong
The Trashigang Dzong dates back to1659 and is said to be on the verge of collapsing. Though constant renovation is being undertaken, age seems to have caught up with this structure. This dzong was built by a local ruler to act as a monastery as well as an administrative headquarters.
The Bazaar
Not for serious shoppers but the town bazaar offers a lot of interesting fare and pans around the prayer wheel of the Trashigang Dzong.
Rangjung Woesel Chokling Monastery
On the way to Tashi Yangtse, you will find this monastery right on the highway. It is about 15 km from Trashigang. This monastery also dates back to ancient times and is worth a stop and look.
Sakten
A trekker’s paradise, Sakten is located further north of Tashi Yangtse. In addition to some nature trekking, short and long, you can also see the Yak and Dzo (feminine Yak) in this area. They are quite a common sight.
Radi Lhakhang
Further north of Ranjung town is the Radi Lhakhang which known for its rice production. No wonder it is called the "rice basket in the east".
Pasaphu Village
This village is situated in the adjoining Thrimshing district and is known for cane products. All the handicraft created here are made by hand using cane.
Khaling
In the vicinity, you will also find Khaling which is famous for handlooms. This town is famous for the weaving centre that is operated and managed by the National Womens Association of Bhutan.
Finally, Tashi Yangtse and its adjoining areas are peaceful and serene which are beautiful and peaceful. If you are looking to get far from the madding crowd, this is the area you should visit.
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