Drukgyel Dzong is located in Phondey village in Paro. History has it that Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyel built the dzong to commemorate his victory over the Tibetan-Mongol forces in 1649. However, some people say it might have been built by Tenzin Drukdra, the second Desi at the behest of Zhabdrung. The dzong used to house one of the biggest granaries among all the dzongs in the … [Read more...] about Drukgyel Dzong: “the fortress of the victorious Drukpas”
We will visit the Old Saigon Post Office of the travelling. Saigon Central Post Office is a post office in the downtown Ho Chi Minh City. The building was constructed when Vietnam was part of French Indochina in the late 19th century. It counts with Gothic, Renaissance and French influences. It was constructed between 1886-1891 and is now a tourist attraction. … [Read more...] about Old Saigon Post Office
“Located near the iconic Pungthang Dechen Phodrang Dzong, Punakha Suspension Bridge is one of the longest and oldest suspension bridges of the scenically blessed kingdom, Bhutan built above Po Chhu River.” I really like old building and structures. I really want to experience the thrill of walking on this ancient bridge. Like I searched online, you will experience different … [Read more...] about Punakha Suspension Bridge
Punakha is known as the capital of Bhutan. According to our schedule, we will come to Punakha Dzong. It is known as the religious and administrative center of the region. As I searched online, Punakha Dzong has played an important role in Bhutan history. And the Dzong is open for visitors during Punakha festival and in summer months when the monk’s body moves to … [Read more...] about Punakha Dzong
This post is a reaction to the handout we received regarding Vietnam's demographics and geographical information. Climate: I am prepared for Vietnam to be hot, which is pointed out in the handout. May to September is the hot, rainy season. Compared to unpredictable Midwestern weather, at least we will know what to wear! Population: Vietnam fits about 1/3 of the United … [Read more...] about Vietnamese ‘graphics