Places for Visit
Western Bhutan
This beautiful valley which is known for its rich culture, scenic beauty and hundreds of myths and legends is the home to many of Bhutan’s oldest temples and monasteries, the country’s only airport and the National Museum. Paro is also one of the most fertile valleys in the country, producing a bulk of the famous red rice from its terraced fields.
There are a number of places to visit in Paro. The Drukgyal Dzong with a beautiful village nestling at its foot was built in 1646 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal to commemorate his victory over the Tibetan invaders led by the Mongolian warlord, Gushri Khan. The Dzong was destroyed by fire in 1951, but its glory remains to this day. On a clear day, you can see the spectacular view of the Mt. Jhomolhar, one of the tallest mountains in Bhutan… (more)
Central Bhutan
This beautiful valley is religious heartland of the nation and home to some of the oldest Buddhist temples and monasteries. Among them are the Tharpaling Monastery, Thangbi Monastery, Kurjey Lhakhang, Jambay Lhakhang, which were built in the 7th century (for details, see religious sites) Other sites include the Jakar Dzong, which is perched on the top of a small hill above the Bumthang town. The Dzong was originally built by the great grand father of Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal as a monastery in 1594. The Dzong is now used as the administrative centre of Bumthang Dzongkhag… (more)
Eastern Bhutan
Eastern Bhutan is markedly different from the west and central Bhutan terms in of development and lifestyle. The steepness of the region lends itself to some spectacular views, with rushing waterfalls and sheer drops. The towns are mostly built on the hillside instead of in the valleys, and the dominant language is Sharchop, unlike Dzongkha in the west… (more)


