Dochu La Hill (3116 m a.s.l., Himalayas)

About peak Dochu La Hill

Bhútán

Logged on Vrcholovka 1x in total. Vrchol Dochu La Hill was added here by Mountainer and info was completed by Martin Matějka.

A peak in the Dochu La pass, separating western and central Bhutan. There is a memorial of 108 chortens built to honor Bhutanese soldiers who fell in the fight against Assamese separatists. You will also find a small palace of the royal family, a restaurant, and a rhododendron garden. On clear days, the highest mountain in Bhutan can be seen from here, which is, however, inaccessible for religious reasons.

Chalet/accommodation

Memorial of 108 chortens, a small palace, and a restaurant.

Stroller access

This peak is accessible with a stroller.

Views

To the highest mountain in Bhutan, Gangkhar Puensum - 7570 m.

Cable car

There is no cable car to this peak.

Equipment

No special equipment is required for this summit.

Accessibility

Individual trekking is prohibited throughout Bhutan, and you may only move according to an approved program and accompanied by local guides.