There will hardly be anyone who does not feel like traveling abroad. Rich people go out to visit their favorite places, but when it comes to middle-class families, they start watching their budgets. In such a situation, Bhutan becomes a perfect option for traveling abroad for the middle-class family. Bhutan is a very beautiful and beautiful country located in the foothills of the southern mountains of the Himalayas. Bhutan is the only country in the world where 72% of the area is covered by forest. Bhutan is also known as the "Land of the Thunder Dragon". The country of Bhutan is replete with a variety of tourist attractions that are a paradise for nature lovers. Today in this episode, we are going to tell you about some of the major tourist places of Bhutan that make the journey here memorable. Let us know about these places...

Jakar
Jakar, also known as Jamkhar, is one of the fascinating places to visit in Bhutan. This place is mainly known for being a business center. This small town is also known as Little Switzerland of Bhutan. Many major religious centers are also located here such as it is a very attractive religious center that fell from the monasteries. If you like visiting religious places, then you can visit the temples located in Bhutan.

Bumthang
Bumthang is home to four beautiful mountain valleys. Many ancient monasteries and temples are located here. Bumthang is one of the best places to visit in Bhutan which is known for its religion, spirituality, and history. Kurji and Tamshing Lhakhang are the main tourist places here and apart from this tourists can also do things like trekking on the hill. Bumthang hosts the Bhutanese Nomad Festival every year in February.

Thimphu
The capital of Bhutan is Thimphu. This city is situated on the banks of the Wangchu River at an altitude of 2,400 meters above sea level. There are 4 parallel roads in the center of the city. Where there are main markets, hotels, restaurants, government offices, stadiums, and beautiful gardens. A large number of multi-story buildings and apartments are being built in this city. These are being constructed in the traditional architectural style of Bhutan, due to which the traditional cultural environment of the city is protected. There are many places of interest in Thimphu.

Tiger Nest Monastery
Tiger Nest Monastery was built in the year 1692. This is a major tourist destination of Bhutan and you must visit this several hundred years old monastery once. It is said that Padmasambhava meditated here for three years, three weeks, three days, and three hours. This is a very beautiful monastery situated in the lap of the Himalayas which was built by cutting the mountains. During the winter season, this monastery is covered with a white sheet of snow.

Punakha Jong
This is the largest and most prominent Buddhist temple not only in Punakha but also in Bhutan. The Buddhist temple and monastery located at the confluence of Bhutan's two main rivers, Pochhu and Mochhu, was built in 1637 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal for administrative purposes. Tourists reach this Buddhist temple and monastery through a very beautiful bridge built in the traditional style on the river. This bridge is a sight to behold in itself.

Dochula Pass
This Dochula Pass is known as a beautiful mountain pass in Bhutan. This Dochula Pass is known as a pass offering the most spectacular view of the Himalayas. Dochula Pass is considered one of the most beautiful places in Bhutan. After visiting here, you can see many beautiful scenes. You should include this Dochula Dwar in your list of places to visit in Bhutan.

Phuntsholing
Phuntsholing is the second largest city in Bhutan which shares its border with the Indian state of West Bengal. It serves as an entry point for travelers from Kolkata and Siliguri. Phuntsholing is more developed than most cities in Bhutan and yet it is packed with many natural attractions. Tourists can visit Zangto Pelri Lhakhang, Kharbandi Monastery, Bhutan Gate, and Kharbandi Gomba during their Phuentsholing trip. Zangto Pelri Lhakhang is a small temple dedicated to Guru Rinpoche. The Bhutan Gate located here is the main gateway for entry from India, which is an excellent example of traditional Bhutanese architecture.

Paro
Paro has been the center of Bhutan's Buddhism since ancient times. This Paro is one of the most famous and attractive places in Bhutan. It is a place with lush green forests and hills, which is much liked by the people. This is a beautiful place to visit in Bhutan full of ancient and historical buildings, due to which this city is also known as a historical city.

Ha valley
Ha Valley is known as the smallest dzongkhang (district) of Bhutan. It is one of the most beautiful places located in the southwest of Bhutan which is a great place for nature lovers and trekkers. Apart from this, it is the only place in the world where the cream-colored Blue Poppy (Meconopsis superba) can be seen. The place is a sparsely populated area and is home to nomadic herders. Haa Valley is located at a distance of 30 km from Paro which can be accessed through Chele La Pass. Some of the best trekking trails and mountain biking trails in Bhutan are also organized around this area.

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