Sight
Chelela Pass
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Chelela Pass, at an elevation of about 3,988 meters, is the highest motorable pass in Bhutan. It offers breathtaking panoramic views of snow-capped peaks like Mount Jomolhari and Jichu Drake. Visitors typically stop here to take photos, enjoy the crisp mountain air, and admire the colorful prayer flags fluttering in the wind. The drive itself is an adventure, winding through rhododendron forests and alpine meadows.
Don't miss
- Panoramic views of Mount Jomolhari and Jichu Drake
- Colorful prayer flags and chorten at the pass
- Scenic drive through rhododendron forests in spring
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Chelela Pass
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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