10 February 2025

Bhutan’s Department of Tourism is pleased to announce two exciting events. First, Panbang in Zhemgang (Central Bhutan) will host the 1st edition of the Royal Manas Winter Fest on February 22nd and 23rd, 2025, approximately a nine-hour drive from Thimphu. Simultaneously, the Black-Necked Crane Farewell Festival will take place on February 22nd, 2025, in the beautiful Bumdeling Valley, Trashiyangtse (Eastern Bhutan), located about a two-day drive from the capital, Thimphu or around 35 minutes flight from Paro and around 3 hours drive from Yonphula Airport in Trashigang. A crowd of 20,000+ Bhutanese and international fans filled the venue for an unforgettable night of music and magic.