Phobjikha Valley Wonders

Phobjikha Valley welcomes black-necked cranes every winter season.

Phobjikha Valley is a vast U-shaped valley in central Bhutan.

Gangteng Monastery is an ancient Buddhist monastery in Phobjikha.

Phobjikha Valley’s marshy land grows dwarf bamboo that feeds cranes.

About 970 hectares of the valley is a Ramsar wetland site.

Black-necked cranes arrive in late October and circle Gangteng Monastery.

Phobjikha Valley hosts 13 other globally threatened species besides cranes.

The Crane Festival celebrates the black-necked cranes’ annual arrival.

Phobjikha Valley is surrounded by nine great mountain passes and peaks.

Local people protect cranes and their habitat with strong dedication.

Phobjikha Valley blends rich nature, culture, and ancient Buddhist heritage.