Kuruthang

Khuruthang town in Punakha is small compared to the other cities in Bhutan and the walking duration for a complete round of the town takes only 15 mins. This commercial hub of Punakha district is located along the banks of Punatsangchhu River and it is just 5 km from the magnificent Punakha Dzong. Upgraded to a town in the year 1998, this well structured concrete settlement has always been the point of various types of businesses including the illustrious Sunday market that has attracted numerous tourists as well as locals over the years. While there, you can take a short visit to Khuruthang Goemba which is situated next to the market area.