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Forested hills of Samdrup Jongkhar

Eastern Bhutan

Samdrup Jongkhar

Samdrup Jongkhar is an important south-eastern gateway to Bhutan, with a warm subtropical environment.

Tourism character

Gateway, subtropical nature and eastern culture

Places to visit

6 highlights

A hornbill in Samdrup Jongkhar

Story of Samdrup Jongkhar

History and significance

Its location next to Assam has made it an important centre for trade and cultural interaction between Bhutan and India.

The district provides a transition from Bhutan’s Himalayan environment to the subtropical plains.

Places to visit

Major attractions in Samdrup Jongkhar

  1. Samdrup Jongkhar town
  2. Dewathang
  3. Traditional villages
  4. Forest areas
  5. Subtropical landscapes
  6. Nearby wildlife areas

Things to do

Experiences in Samdrup Jongkhar


  • Village visits
  • Nature walks
  • Birdwatching
  • Photography
  • Cultural experiences
  • Cycling
  • Cross-border cultural tourism

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