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A dzong in Chukha district

Western Bhutan

Chukha

Chukha is an important gateway between Bhutan and India and has a warmer, subtropical landscape.

Tourism character

Gateway, nature and commerce

Places to visit

7 highlights

Story of Chukha

History and significance


Chukha became particularly important economically through hydropower development and cross-border trade.

The district contains both traditional Bhutanese communities and commercially important towns.

Places to visit

Major attractions in Chukha

  1. Chukha Dzong
  2. Phuentsholing
  3. Karbandi Monastery
  4. Chukha Hydropower area
  5. Amo Chhu
  6. Gedu
  7. Traditional villages

Things to do

Experiences in Chukha


  • Cultural sightseeing
  • Monastery visits
  • Birdwatching
  • Nature walks
  • Shopping
  • Photography
  • River and landscape tourism

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