Lhuentse

Lhuentse is the capital of Lhuentse district on the Kuri-chu River.

Climate
Lhuntse has a mountainous climate with large daily temperature fluctuations. At night it is usually cold, and in the afternoon it is moderately warm.

Get in
A dirt road from Mongar leads to the town. It is about 70 km from Mongar, 145 km from Trashigang and 452 km from the national capital Thimpu. Nearest airport is Yongphulla Airport 130 km away.

Do

 * Lhuentse Tsechu (religious festival) in November

Eat

 * There are a few restaurants on the main street. Shangrila is probably the best, though don't be deceived by the name. It is a very simple establishment.

Sleep

 * Shangrila, on the main street - a very simple guest house offering very basic amenities.