Village Tour in the Historical Royal Valley
Take a look into villages once visited by past Kings. There are five villages within 1 ½ hours of Endochholing Palace in Langthel Geog – Endochholing, Beiling, Langthel, Taksila, Dang Dung. Each village has something unique and different to offer to the tourist and there is an easy walking trail with short distances.
Location: Trongsa Dzongkhag, Langthel Geog
Villages: Endochholling-Beiling-Taksila-Langthel-Dang Dung
Season: Year round
Duration: 1-3 days; variety of options
Tourist Profile: interested in village life; curious, adventurous; active;
Itinerary Options:
1. Individual product: 2 days; one night camp with ½ day visit to each of the 5 villages
2. If combined product, with driving tour; ½ day tour of Endocholling, Beiling, Taksila
Possible Attractions within Villages (under development)
| Village |
Possible Attractions |
| Yurung Chholing |
Royal Heritage and History with the palace
Jewelry making
Clay pot making
Candle making
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| Beiling |
Nettle project
Women led community
Unique and frequent festivals
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| Langthel |
Reintroduction of traditional craft such as mask making
Introduction of agricultural tours
Story telling about history of village - golden conch
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| Taksila |
Visit to ancient Monastery
Very old and small village of 5 households – interesting history
Maize production
Archery lessons
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| Dang Dung |
Visit to ancient Monastery
Visit to new and old Goemba
Special talent of dancers and singers both children and adults
Wood carving
Information on medicinal plants in the area
Traditional hunting techniques
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