<p style="text-align: justify;">There are beautiful places to visit in Bhutan. The guest can experience both cultural and trekking activities in Bhutan. </p><p style="text-align: justify;">PARO, BHUTAN</p><p style="text-align: justify;">
Located at an altitude of about 2280, the Paro Valley is the first place where visitors who take a Druk Air flight encounter. The
breathtaking view of the valley is seen from the flight in a clear sky; even the regular visitors’ thirst to see this view is never
quenched.
Places of Interest
Taksang Monastery
Taktshang or Tiger's nest is the most well-known monastery in Bhutan floating on a high cliff. Legend has it that Guru Rinpoche,
who brought Buddhism to Bhutan in the eighth century flew to a cave in Taktshang spot on a tigress and mediated for three
months. The trek to the monastery and back takes about four hours.
Drukgyel Dzong
Drukgyel Dzong is 14 kilometres from the Paro town. Also known as the fortress of victory, Drukgyel Dzong was built by
Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal in 1649 to commemorate the victory over Tibetan invaders in 1644.
Paro Dzong
Paro Dzong is also called the Rinchen Phug Dzong, which means fortress on a heap of Jewels. It is one of the most notable and
celebrated dzongs of Bhutan and was built in 1646 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal on the old foundation, which was built by
Guru Rimpoche.
National Museum
The National Museum is housed in the Ta-Dzong which was built in 1656 and served as the watch tower of Paro Dzong in the
past. The museum displays the ancient Bhutanese arts, crafts and weapons. </p><p style="text-align: justify;">THIMPHU, BHUAN</p><p style="text-align: justify;">Thimphu, which is located at the altitude of 2380 m, is the capital city of Bhutan. It takes about one hour by car to reach Thimphu
from Paro. Wangchu river flows across the valley. With the change in time, the agricultural and natural vegetation are giving way
to modern buildings of traditional architectural design. However, the ancient monuments remain unchanged.
Places of Interest
Memorial Chorten
Memorial Chorten was built in the year 1974 in memory of the Third King of Bhutan, His Majesty Jigme Dorji Wangchuk. It is
located in the heart of the city and is visible from most of the places in the city.
Thimphu's largest Vegetable Market
Thimphu's largest vegetable market is opened during the weekends. The above picture shows that the vegetables are displayed
for sales.
Sitting Buddha
The statue of Buddha is located on the hilltop. It will be one of the tallest sitting buddhas in the world. The spectecular view of
the Thimphu valley can be seen from here.
Tashichho Dzong
It was in the year 1216 that the original dzong was built by Lama Gyalwa Lhanangpa. It went through several fires and was
rebuilt. It was, however, expanded later to house the government offices for the new capital after Punakha. Tashichho Dzong
houses the Throne Room, His Majesty's secretariat, the Ministry of Home and Cultural Affairs and the Ministry of Finance now. </p><p style="text-align: justify;">PUNAKHA, BHUTAN</p><p style="text-align: justify;">
Punakha lies at a low altitude of 1220m and the weather is favourable for growing fruits vegetables and food grains. It was the
former Capital of Bhutan.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">
Punakha Dzong was built in 1637 and was the former capital of Bhutan. It lies at the confluence of the Mo Chu (female river) and
the Pho Chu (male river). Punakha Dzong still serves as the winter residence of the Central Monk Body.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">GANGTEY, BHUTAN</p><p style="text-align: justify;"> The Gangtey Valley, also known as the Phobjikha Valley, is a beautiful and scenic glacial valley located in central Bhutan. It is
renowned for its natural beauty and is a popular tourist destination. The valley is known for its unique ecosystem and is a
designated conservation area, as it is the winter habitat of the endangered black-necked cranes that migrate from the Tibetan
Plateau. These graceful birds arrive in the valley around late October and stay until February, making it a significant attraction for
wildlife enthusiasts. </p><p style="text-align: justify;">Apart from its ecological importance, the Gangtey Valley is also home to the Gangtey Monastery, a
prominent Buddhist monastery that dates back to the 17th century. The monastery is an essential religious and cultural site in
Bhutan and serves as a center for religious studies and meditation. The Gangtey Goempa, located at 2900m, overlooks the large green area of Phobjikha valley. This Temple was established in 1613 and now it has several other buildings for meditation, schools and hostels for monks. </p><p style="text-align: justify;">The Gangtey Valley offers breathtaking views of rolling hills,
pristine forests, and picturesque villages. It is an ideal place for hiking and exploring the natural beauty of Bhutan. The valley also
provides opportunities for visitors to learn about Bhutanese culture, interact with locals, and experience the traditional way of
life.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">BUMTHANG, BHUTAN</p><p style="text-align: justify;"> Bumthang, the spiritual heart of Bhutan, is about 68 Km from Trongsa and at an altitude of 2800 m. It is one of the easier and
more scenic drives as it passes through many villages and monasteries as the highway enters the Bumthang valley. Bumthang is very popular for its land scape and beauty. It is rich in culture and nature There are
several monasteries, temples and traditional houses, apart from the fields of buckwheat, apples and barley. Bumthang is popular
for weaving especially woollen clothes. Other places of attraction are Kurje Lhakhang, Jambay Lhakhang, Tamshing Monastery
and the Swiss Farm. The Jakar Dzong, the largest Dzong in Bhutan, which is built in 1667, is located in Bumthang. It has a circumference of 1500 metres.
The Dzong was damaged by fire and earthquakes in the past. </p>
