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A woman, prayer beads in hand, spins brass prayer wheels as she mutters an invocation to protective deities at the 18th century Chorten Kora in Trashi Yangtze
The impressive Dzong, or fortress, at Trashigang. It was built in 1667 on a high promontory overlooking the confluence of the Drangme Chhu and Gamri Chhu rivers
Two monks blow long horns called dung-chen, at the temple of Wangdue Phodrang Dzong (fortress). These copper or brass instruments create a low powerful sound
The very fine Buddhist 17th century fort and monastery at Trashi Yangtze is situated a short distance from the town, some 550 km from the capital, Thimpu
The architectural corner detail of the roof of a new temple near Kurjey Lhakhang with a carving of a dragon at its base. Bhutan is known as The Land of Dragons
The 17th century Jakar Dzong (fortress) stands in a commanding position overlooking the picturesque Chokhor Valley
A typical Bhutanese house with phalluses painted on the walls. They are a reminder of a favourite 15th century saint, Lama Drukpa Kunley, the divine madmen, whose sexual exploits are legendary
The 17th century Punakha Dzong (the Palace of Great Happiness) is the second oldest and second largest dzong in Bhutan, and is arguably the most beautiful
The very impressive 16th century Paro Dzong, the fortress that sits on a heap of Jewels, and its round watchtower, now a national museum
