Punakha
Bhutan
Overview
Former capital of Bhutan, famous for Punakha Dzong at the confluence of the Pho Chhu and Mo Chhu rivers.
History
Punakha served as the capital of Bhutan until 1955 and remains the winter residence of the Je Khenpo (Chief Abbot).
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Quick Facts
- Population
- 17,715
- Area
- 1,109 km²
- Elevation
- 1,200 m