Bhutan, the land of happiness, is a celebrated holiday destination for people around the world. Tucked at the south-eastern slope of the Himalayas, this beautiful small country has a vast collection of natural beauty and wonder for its visitors. The wide valleys of Paro, Thimphu and Punakha, cut out of lofty mountain steeps and offer a scenic landscape that is pretty as a picture. The only carbon negative land is also regarded as one of the most peaceful country in the world. The magnificent Buddhist Dzongs, monasteries, museums and cultural hubs offer a blend of history and tradition of Bhutanese heritage that is much appreciated by the tourists.
Enhanced with beautiful scenery and unmatched ambiance, Bhutan is undoubtedly a land where peace and serenity are infectious. Bhutan is also a favourite place for the adventure lovers that provides several enchanting trekking opportunity. The Snowman Trek, Laya Gasa Trek, Druk Path Trek, and Dagala Thousand Lakes Trek, are some populartrek in Bhutan.
Sightseeing Places in Bhutan
Taktsang Monastery, Paro
Taktsang Palphug Monastery, also known as the Paro Taktsangor the Tiger's Nest is a must-visit place for every tourist. There is almost on one who has not seen a picture of this amazing cave architecture while searching about internet, studded as an aerie on the mountain.It is believed that Guru Padmasambhava meditated in this place before departing the kingdom of Tibet. The present-day monastery was built in 1692.
Chele La Pass
Chele La Pass, the highest motorable pass in Bhutan offers a splendid view of the snow-capped mountains along with several birds flying. The Pass separates the Paro Valley from the Haa Valley and offers a golden opportunity to witness several flock of birds include nutcrackers, white-winged grosbeak, laughing thrushes, long-crested monal, and white-browed rosefinch besides the unmatched natural beauty.
Dochula Pass
The Dochula Pass is scenic mountain pass comprising 108 Chortens that shows a sign of peace. The historical landmark offer homage to the soldiers and the king who sacrifice their life during the 2003 military operations. Dochula is situated at a distance of 20 km from Thimphu and a popular tourist destination for offering a beautiful view of the Gangkar Puensum peak in its background.
Phobjikha Valley
The Phobjikha Valley is a small town in central Bhutan, famous for its scenic landscapes. Aside natural sceneries & attractions, the valley also offers a scope to encounter many wild animals for its location bordering the Jigme Singye Wangchuck National Park. A large cover of wildlife such as wild boars, sambars, black-necked cranes, Himalayan black bears, barking deer, and leopards make it the ideal place for photography.
Punakha Dzong
Punakha Dzong served as the earlier capital of Bhutan until the mid-1950s and acquired a great value for political, cultural, and historical importance. It is a much acclaimed centre of art and architecture in Bhutan and famous as the palace of great happiness. Besides its cultural heritage, Punakha Dzong also famous for its scenic location between the Pho Chhu and Mo Chhu river.
Buddha Dordenma
Buddha Dordenma, the Shakyamuni Buddha statue in Thimphu, is located atop a hill in kuensel phodrang and offers a magnificent view of the Thimphu Valley. It is regarded as the tallest Buddha statue in the country and a great religious, cultural, and tourist attraction centre in Thimphu, the capital of Bhutan.
Jigme Dorji National Park, Gasa
Jigme Dorji National Park is an additional treat for the tourists for offering a vast and unique wildlife cover. It is the second largest national park in Bhutan that stretched around 4316 sq.km with an elevation of 1400-7000 meter. Takin, clouded leopard, Himalayan blue sheep, tiger, Himalayan black bear, and other animal & bird species are the major attraction for tourists. There are several rivers, waterfalls, and glacial lakes found across the park. Lingshi Dzong and Gasa Dzong are also located here that showcase rich ethnic and historical value.
Thimphu Chorten
Thimphu Chorten is a Buddhist Stupa, one of the most visible landmark in the capital of Bhutan. The Chorten is located at Doeboom Lam, southern-central part of Thimphu. The monument, daily worshiped by the local people, was built in 1974 to honor Jigme Dorji Wangchuck, the third Druk Gyalpo. The Tibetan-style stupa is notable for its gorgeous structure, golden spires, and bells.
