Bhutan Tours

Best Places to Visit in Bhutan

PARO

Carpeted with lush vegetation and jeweled with countless religious sites, including Paro Dzong, Ta Dzong, Kyichu Lhakhang, and Drukgyel Dzong, Paro is often revered as the "Last Shangri-La" on earth. On the cliffs of the valley where Paro is located lies the Paro Taktsang, also known as "Tiger's Nest," which is a must-visit on a Bhutan tour. You might often see its pictures in your social media feed, as it's one of the most iconic landmarks to explore in Bhutan. Its construction can be dated back to the end of the 17th century. For ages, the complex still perched on the cliff, looking down on the Paro, 900 meters above the ground.

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  THIMPHU

  The Great Himalayan Range nurtured the unique cultural treasures in Thimphu and made it a cultural must-visit place in Bhutan. Thimphu Dzong, Buddha Dordenma, and Memorial Chorten are popularly explored by travelers.

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  PUNAKHA

  Considered the most beautiful Buddhist shrine in Bhutan, Punakha Dzong makes the town Punakha well recognized. Less well-known is that almost every national treasure is kept here, and it also served as a wedding venue for the royal family.

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  GANGTEY

  The place is a paradise for nature lovers. Head for Gangtey Goemba to get a stunning view of the Phobjikha valley. Then hike along the Gangtey Nature Trail, which offers the opportunity to truly indulge in Bhutan’s awe-inspiring scenery.

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  TRONGSA

  It's the seat of the ancestral house of the royal family, where the first two kings ruled the kingdom. Nearby, there is a magnificent monastery, Trongsa Dzong, of which staggered arrangement of Buddhist buildings makes it a masterpiece of Bhutanese architecture.