Drakgay Phangtsho
Throughout my life I have always enjoyed walking through the nature. I really don't know why but as I get matured, I realize that nature has bigger thing to offer. Hiking to Drakgay Phangtsho, one of the popular lake in Bhutan was not less than that.
Ten of us started our journey from Kichu Lhakhang at 3.00 A.M on 01st November, 2020. Travelling in a Bolero Camper was the best option as the road condition from Drukgyal Dzong was worse to travel in a small car. After reaching the start point near lhakhang Charee Tsen Goenpa, we took hot tea and snacks to envigorate the energy while hiking to our destination. We started our hike exactly at 5:30 A.M from the base in morning moonlight and the views were something that cannot be ignored. The walk was tough and tiring climbing uphills for more than three hours but the alluring view worth the struggle.
The name of the lake has been derived from the local deity Ap Dragay. According to the caretaker of Charee Tsen Goenma, the mesmerizing rock/cliff surrounding the lake is believed to be Ap Dragay and the lake has been formed in the lap of the Ap Dragay. That is the derivation of name "Dragay Phangtsho". Most of the people pronounce the name of the lake as Dragay Pangtsho which is actually wrong.
There are other two lakes neighboring the wonder lake Dragay Phangtsho. One lake is known by the name Yumtsho which changes its shape as walk higher. The first look of Yumtsho is in heart shape and it's so beautiful. The other one can been seen from way. People told me that it's the chasing lake which should not visited if we are not spiritually clean. I was really excited to hear that but also scared to visit. So we decided not to visit the chasing lake.
The derivation and significance of name of two lakes are not clear as there was no one who could explain better.
On our return, we have came across many medical herbs and incense ingredients. Of many Ballu and Sullu were the best thing I have ever adored.
Finally, we could reach the base(Lhakhang)at 3:45 P.M
The day was the most memorable day and it shall be engraved in my heart eternally.
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