Bhutan is a country located in the mountainous regions of the Eastern Himalayas and is one of the cleanest countries in the South Asian region. Bhutan is also known as the "Land of the Thunder Dragon". Bhutan is a country that has no colonial history and the Wangchuk family has maintained unity in this country. Bhutan is bordered by the Indian states of Sikkim, Assam, West Bengal, and Arunachal Pradesh. Let us tell you that protecting the environment is a constitutional obligation of Bhutan and 60% of this area is still forest.
Bhutan is one of the first carbon-negative countries in the world where the sale of tobacco is banned. The country of Bhutan is full of many tourist attractions which are like a paradise for nature lovers. Many people like to travel here because of their natural beauty. Since it is a neighboring country of India, Indian citizens do not need visa hassles and passports to go here. Bhutan is a small country in South Asia situated in the Himalayas which is considered very important in Asia. This country is between China (Tibet) and India and Bhutan is known for its beauty among tourists. This country full of natural beauty tells tourists about many mysterious things.
Paro
Paro is a small town located in the Paro Valley of Bhutan, which is home to 155 temples and monasteries. Paro attracts a large number of tourists from all over the world. Paro is located at an altitude of about 2280 meters on the banks of the Chu River, which is spread over an area of 1259 square meters. Paro is the third largest city in Bhutan. It is called the number one city from the tourism point of view. Let us tell you that Bhutan's only airport is here. If you want to enjoy all the tourist places of Paro, then plan to stay here for at least 3 days on your trip. The architecture here is a great example for the world. Paro Dzong is one of the most impressive and famous dzongs in Bhutan. The wooden bridge here is the center of attraction. If you want to enjoy the natural views better, then definitely visit Paro. Paro is full of many attractions that everyone must visit. One of the iconic monasteries of Bhutan is Tiger’s Nest or Taktsang which is situated on a cliff in Paro city. Apart from this, there are many places in Paro which are most visited by tourists, which include the names of monasteries and many museums.
Dochula Pass
The second most attractive tourist place in Bhutan is Dochula Pass. You will be surprised to know that the height of this place from Dochula Pass to sea level is 3,020 meters. Bhutan has always been known for Buddhism. If you want to add a religious place to your trip, then Dochu La can add the nearby Buddhist temple and 108 stupas to the list.
Thimphu
Thimphu is known as the center of Bhutan which is located in the mid-western part of the country. Let us tell you that Thimphu is also the capital of Bhutan which was declared the capital in the year 1961 after Punakha. It is a place in Bhutan which is also known for its nightlife. Thimphu is one such place in the country where Bhutanese traditions are still intact as it has various architectural structures like Buddha Dordenma, which can be seen during the entry into Thimphu. The Textile Museum, Library, Art School, and Weekend Market are the major attractions here. Thimphu is located at an hour's drive from Paro International Airport which is a mix of both tradition and modernity. Thimphu is the only capital where there are no traffic lights.
Wangdue Phodrang
Wangdue Phodrang is one of the largest districts in Bhutan filled with everything from monasteries and temples to wildlife and rustic villages. Wangdue Phodrang is home to many plant and animal species with Wangchuck Centennial Park in the north and Jigme Dorji National Park in the southeastern region. Here tourists can see orchids, rhododendrons, blue poppies, and rare animals like red pandas, snow leopards, blue sheep, and black bears. Wangdue Phodrang Tourism is a very good place to visit for nature lovers. If you are going to visit Bhutan then you must visit Wangdue Phodrang.
Takshang Lhakhang
Takshang Lhakhang is the national monument of Bhutan. It is also known as Tiger Nest. The group of Buddhist monasteries here attracts a lot of tourists. If you are a lover of natural beauty then you must visit Takshang Lhakhang. It is also called the most sacred place in Bhutan. If you want to explore Bhutan like romantic couples like Virat and Anushka, then you can visit this place.
Jakar
Jakar is the largest and most beautiful valley in Bumthang, situated in the foothills of Chokhor Valley. Let us tell you that Jakar is also known as "Little Switzerland". Jakar is the main administrative town of Bumthang district. This place is surrounded by tree-lined mountain ranges dotted with monasteries and Dzongs, due to which it is an ideal place for both history lovers and nature lovers. Jakar is full of many historical and sacred sites. It is considered to be the point of origin of Buddhism in Bhutan. If you want to visit any natural place in Bhutan, then you should visit Jakar. To visit tourist places, travelers can also enjoy other activities like trekking and mountain biking here.
Buddha Statue
The Great Buddha Dordenma Shakyamuni Buddha statue is located, which is one of the tallest statues of Buddha in the world. The height of this statue is about 169 feet (51.5 Meters). It is believed that Buddhism has been given more provision in Bhutan and more than half of the people here believe in Gautam Buddha.
Punakha/Punakha Dzong
Punakha Dzong located in the city of Punakha in Bhutan is considered to be the largest and prominent Buddhist temple of Bhutan. The Buddhist temple and monastery located at the confluence of Bhutan's 2 major rivers Pochu and Mochu was built in the year 1637. This temple and monastery were built by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal for the execution of lighting works. Tourists reach this Buddhist temple and monastery only through a very beautiful bridge built in traditional style on the river and let us tell you that this bridge is a sightseeing place in itself.
Punakha is a major city of Bhutan which is located at an altitude of 1300 meters above sea level. This city is situated on the banks of the Pochu and Mochu rivers, due to which the beauty of this city is very different. Punakha is 77 kilometers from Thimphu and this pass is famous all over the world for its magnificent 108 domes. This city is considered very beautiful and this city spread over a few kilometers can give you peace, beauty, and captivating comfort.
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