Going to Bhutan is not as easy as any other country in Asia. Aside from getting a visa, you will need to book a tour from an accredited agency to explore this tourism-regulated nation. You cannot go there on a DIY tour.
If you decide to visit Bhutan, here are the top tourist attractions and beautiful places in Bhutan you should visit.
Most Beautiful Places in Bhutan
Taktsang Monastery
Also known as the Tiger’s Nest Monastery, this is one of the best attractions you can find in Bhutan. It was built in the 17th century and now is a well-established landmark in the country. This sacred monastery is where locals do their pilgrim’s journey while enjoying the beautiful views of rhododendrons and blue pines.
Punakha Dzong
In the Thunder Dragon’s land, the Punakha Dzong is the most breathtaking scenery among the dzongs in Bhutan. The country’s unifier, Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal’s remains lie within this structure. Other historical accounts that took place here include a royal wedding, first national assembly, and king’s crowning ceremony.
Zuri Dzong
Another beautiful dzong but the oldest is the Zuri Dzong. It offers a good vantage point if you want to enjoy the amazing scenery of Paro Valley. There’s a cave you can explore where Buddha was believed to have meditated here. Hiking is the best activity here so you can enjoy the breathless views while also relaxing and meditating in the ancient cave.
Chele La Pass
In Bhutan, the Chele La Pass is the highest mountain pass with 3,988 meters height. Seeing the mighty peak and enjoying the view from above will surely impress you while you travel around the city from Paro. Trekking and driving around here is the most popular activity because of the lush forests and Haa Valley.
Thimphu Valley
As the main capital of Bhutan, Thimphu takes pride in its impressive valley. The overlooking view gives you the traffic-free city with interesting sights of Chuu River and the emerald forests. This is also a place for commerce, religion, and government entities along with other exciting attractions and activities you can enjoy.
Buddha Dordenma Statue
As the land of Buddhism in Asia, you can find the Buddha Dordenma Statue in Bhutan. It’s one of the biggest Buddha statues in the world with 169 feet height and made of bronze and gold. This is located in Thimphu where you can also check out the Kuensel Phodrang Nature Park and other smaller gold and bronze statues of Buddha.
Paro Valley
This is the starting point if you want to discover the great wonders of Bhutan. It’s where the international airport is located. From here, you will see the picturesque views of the mountain peaks with a peaceful atmosphere. There are friendly locals you will meet as you travel throughout the Land of the Thunder Dragon to make your trip more memorable.
