Escape To Amankora Punakha

A stay at an Aman property is already quite an experience, but a stay at an Aman property in Bhutan, particularly in the picturesque Punakha Valley, is unlike any other

- Anton D. Javier

You know you’ve reached Punakha Valley in Bhutan because there is a dramatic rise in temperature, especially if you’re driving down from the capital, Thimphu. With an elevation of just 1,200 meters, Punakha is where you’ll find most locals flocking to at the end of the year as it experiences milder winters compared to the rest of the country.

While the town’s claim to fame is comfortable weather and a handful of sites – namely Punakha Dzong, a 17th century fortress, and the fertility-focused Chimi Lhakhang temple – well-heeled travelers seek the privacy and unparalleled level of luxury of Amankora Punakha Lodge, which is one of five lodges spread across the country.