Bhutan

On the Road: West to Central Bhutan

For those who travel to Bhutan for 5-7 days, particularly the first time visitor, you will probably just spend the time in the western region which covers the most popular tourist destinations, including the Tiger’s nest and Paro Dzong in Paro; the big buddha and Dochula Pass in Thimphu; and Punakha Dzong.

If you have more time, there are a lot more to see in central Bhutan but there is a long ride.

West to Central Highway in Bhutan 不丹西部至中部公路
There is only one highway connecting the west, central and the eastern regions of Bhutan. There’s no traffic light and no lines on the road. Of course it is not that busy once you are off the city/town area.
不丹從西部,經過中部至東部只有一條公路。途中沒有任何交通燈,也沒有中線。路不寬,可以過兩部小車,當然出了市郊路上不太繁忙。
West to Central Highway in Bhutan 不丹西部至中部公路
It takes hours to drive from the west to central region. Once a while, you will see some cows wandering around the roadside.
從西部開車至中部要花好幾個小時在路上,偶然會看到一些牛在路邊。
West to Central Highway in Bhutan 不丹西部至中部公路
Some times you see some yaks which are interesting to many tourists.
對遊客來說最特別是可以看到毛牛。
West to Central Highway in Bhutan 不丹西部至中部公路
If you are on a private tour, meaning travelling in a small group with your own car, driver and guide, you may request a stop for taking some snapshots of the yaks. Of course you have to stay safe and not to get too close to any animals.
如果你是三五知己有自己的車和司機,在交通安全的情況下,可以要求停車拍照。當然不要跳車和走得太近,動物是動物。
West to Central Highway in Bhutan 不丹西部至中部公路
Bhutan is a beautiful country with over 70% of the land is covered by trees. Scenic drive everywhere. The car rides are very enjoyable.
不丹是一個十分漂亮的國家,超過70%的土地是樹林,到處都可以看到壯麗的景色,長途車也不會覺得悶。
West to Central Highway in Bhutan 不丹西部至中部公路
However, there is a road widening project as the country develops. The way it is done is to widen the whole highway all in one go, resulting in digging everywhere.
當然國家需要發展,道路也要擴闊。但這個東西貫穿公路擴闊工程是同步進行,所以整條路到處都有工程。
West to Central Highway in Bhutan 不丹西部至中部公路
Construction ahead, so you will have to wait till they make ways to let your car go through.
前面有工程車,只好等待它讓你的車走過。
West to Central Highway in Bhutan 不丹西部至中部公路
Barrier! There are so many trees Bhutan that his barrier is one piece of solid wood! Interesting but not so interesting if you got stranded for hours.
路障!不丹樹木多,這條十多呎長的欄桿居然是一整條實木!很特別但如果要等候幾個鐘頭就不特別了。
West to Central Highway in Bhutan 不丹西部至中部公路
See this Trongsa Dzong from afar? It’s around 4 hours drive from the west Bhutan.
看到遠處的通薩堡嗎?從不丹西部開車需要約4小時。
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