The Dochula Pass is the most well known pass in Bhutan, located an hour from Thimphu at an altitude of 10,000 feet. It is on the way to Punakha (also a favorite destination among tourists and locals alike). There are 108 stupas overlooking the Himalayas. When the sky is clear, the Mountain View is spectacular. The pass is a popular destination among tourists as it offers a stunning 360 degree panoramic view of the Himalayan mountain range. Dochula Pass—a beautiful mountain pass, which is about 20 km from Thimphu is a concentration of 108 memorial stupas known as “Druk Wangyal Chortens.” It’s not just a place of historical and religious importance, but also a popular tourist attraction that any traveler would want to witness on their journey through Bhutan. The best time to visit Dochula Pass, Bhutan is from September to February for picturesque and closer views of the snow-laden Himalayas. 

Dochula Pass altitude: 3,100m
Dochula Pass weather & temperature: Cold winds. Minimum 2°C and maximum 8°C