Punakha Suspension Bridge
A long suspension bridge near Punakha Dzong that spans the Father River, hung with prayer flags. It is one of Bhutan's longest pedestrian suspension bridges and offers views over the river valley and rice paddies.
Punakha Suspension Bridge sits a short distance upstream from Punakha Dzong and spans the Pho Chhu (Father River). At about 160 metres long, it is one of Bhutan's longest pedestrian suspension bridges, connecting villages on the opposite bank. Its cables are hung with colourful prayer flags, and walking across it makes the bridge sway gently in the wind. From the bridge you can look down on the emerald river and the rice paddies and village houses on both banks, and the views are very photogenic. Most visitors walk here 10 to 15 minutes after visiting Punakha Dzong, and you can also cross to the village on the far bank. Admission is free. Getting there: within walking distance of the Punakha Dzong car park. Note: be careful if you are afraid of heights. Take care on windy days and when the bridge is crowded, and do not jump or shake the bridge.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Punakha Dzong
- Chimi Lhakhang
- Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten
- Wangdue Phodrang Dzong
- Dochula Pass
- Cheri Monastery (Chagri Dorjeden)
- Tango Monastery
- Simtokha Dzong