'''Mongar''' town is administrative head of Mongar district in Eastern Bhutan. Perched on a hill, the old bazaar area has been expanded extensively in recent years, making the town one of the region's largest settlements.
Get in
Buses from Thimphu - a two day journey with a night stoppover in Jakar
Get around
The small town can easily be covered on foot
See
'''Mongar Dzong'''
Do
'''Mongar Tshechu''' (religious festival) 16-19 Nov 2007
Buy
Locally produced '''lemon grass essential oil''' can be purchased from shops in the bazaar.
'''Woven cloth''' in the distinct Mongar style is available at the gift shop in Druk Zhongar Hotel.
Eat
Drink
Good quality meals at '''Druk Zhongar Hotel''' (see - 'sleep' section)
Sleep
Budget
'''Hotel Drukyul'''. An upgraded traditional facility located near the center of town.
Mid range
'''Druk Zhongar Hotel''', Tel:''975 4'' 641-121, 641587, (''email: mailto:drukzhonger@druknet.bt''). At 1,000Nu per night for a double and 750Nu a night for a single, the hotel offers internet facilities and a steam bath and sauna.
'''Hotel Wangchuk'''. A 27-room hotel with a nightly room rate at Nu.2,000 to Nu.3,500. Restaurant serves Chinese and Indian cuisine. Sauna and fitness room are among the facilities.
Contact
The area code for Mongar is 04. From overseas, dial +975-4-XXXXXX
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