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Phuentsholing The Frontier Town in Jaigaon
Phuentsholing is a border town which is situated at southern Bhutan. It is also the administrative center of Chhukha district. Phuentsholing is popular for being the route of entry and exit by road. All the necessary formalities of arranging permits are done at Phuentsholing. One can stay a day or two here and explore the majestic beauty of Phuentsholing.
How To Go Phuentsholing From Siliguri
Phuentsholing From Siliguri Route Map. Image Courtesy: https://goo.gl/maps/E5WdNr5ZbBP2[/caption]
Phuentsholing is situated at a distance of approximately 158 kilometers from Siliguri and when you travel by road it takes almost 4 hours and 30 minutes. Hire car rental in Siliguri from a trusted car rental services provider like Jayanti Travels and set off for the journey to Phuentsholing.
How To Reach Phuentsholing from Bagdogra
Phuentsholing from Bagdogra Route Map. Image Courtesy: https://goo.gl/maps/YCabpthLiiB2[/caption]
When you avail Bagdogra airport car rental service (https://www.jayantitravels.in/bagdogra-airport/taxi-fare.php) it takes almost 4 hours and 35 minutes to reach Phuentsholing covering an approximate area of 172 kilometers.
Now, let us discuss in brief about the best sightseeing destinations in Phuentsholing:
1-Amo Chhu Crocodile Farm:
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It is a breeding and conservation center for Gharial which is an endangered species of reptile. Today this farm has become among the top tourist attraction in Phuentsholing, Bhutan. Apart from that, it also has few seasonal birds, tortoises, and fishes.
Opening hours: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm every day of the week
Location: Few minutes of walking distance from Phuentsholing town.
2-Phuentsholing Park:
Another attraction in Phuentsholing is the Phuentsholing Park which is also the oldest park here. It is a great place for visiting with family and friends. The Eucalyptus and Sal trees in the park make the hot and sultry weather a bit pleasant. One can rest for hours on the resting spots made of concrete coming close to nature.
A basketball court is there, where Bhutanese, as well as Indians, come to play. Numerous outdoor gym equipment in the park offers you to stretch your muscles. Along with that, delicious mouth-watering food like momos and other snacks and tea are also available here.
Location: Few meters above RICBL building and towards the right-hand side of Phuentsholing to Thimphu road.
3-Zangdopelri Lhakhang:
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Zangdopelri is the place where Guru Padmasambhava is worshiped. Guru Padmasambhava is among the principal figures of Buddhism who bought it to Bhutan in the 8th century. There are many architectural replicas of this Zangdopelri in Bhutan.
It serves as an important house of offering for the locals of Phuentsholing. There are many miniature wheels which you can turn when you round the temple.
4-Rinchending Goemba:
Concluding day 2 @ RIGGS some of us met lam Karma, rinchending goempa & were introduced to & recited Guru Soeldeb. pic.twitter.com/wVB35Ji4Ga
— Sangay Khandu (@sangaykhandu) January 5, 2016
Rinchending Goemba popularly known as Khanbandi Gompa was built in the 1960s by Ashi Phuntso Choden Wangchuk. Driving along the Phuentsholing-Thimphu Road for just 20 minutes will bring you to this Gompa. It is among the most important Buddhist temples in Phuentsholing whose name stands for ‘Temple on Precious Hill.
Rinchending Goemba is a great photographic spot and on a clear day, it offers the alluring view of the Phuentsholing town and Indian Border towns in a single frame. The “Chorten Dheygid” which means eight stupas symbolizing different precepts and principles of Buddhism is installed here.
5-Phuentsholing View Point:
One of the best places for photography in Phuentsholing is the Phuentsholing View Point. It is one of the major attractions in Phuentsholing where people seem to enjoy outdoor camping. You can also visit a place called “Peeple Drngra” which has the same elevation as Rinchending Goemba and enjoy a mesmerizing view of the surroundings.
Phuentsholing in Bhutan stands out to be a destination providing good memories!!
In case you have not visited Bhutan and want to get the real taste of it, then it's time to travel to Phuentsholing and bring back home some unforgettable memories.
