Popular Tourist Places In Bhutan That Are Must-Visit In The Land Of The Thunder Dragon!

1. Rinpung Dzong, Paro

Rinpung Dzong is a beautiful dzong (fort), with towering walls, built in the 1644. Known as the Fortress on a Heap of Jewels, Rinpung Dzong is among the best tourist places to visit in Bhutan and a classic example of Bhutanese architecture and deep rooted traditions.

Key attractions: Beautiful temple and wall paintings related to Buddhism

2. Punakha Dzong

Punakha Dzong  is known for its brilliant structure. Among the popular tourist places to visit in Bhutan, the dzong speaks volumes about the beautiful stories and traditions of the Buddhist culture.  

Key attractions: The intricate paintings and the architecture of the fort, sacred relics of the Drukpa Lineage of Kagyu school of Tibetan Buddhism, and the sacred remains of Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal.

3. Tiger’s Nest, Paro

Taktsang Lhakhang is Bhutan’s most iconic landmark and religious site. The name Taktsang translates to “The Tiger’s Nest”. This temple is one of the most holy sites in the kingdom and clings impossibly to a sheer cliff face 900 meters above the Paro Valley.

It was first built in 1692

Key attractions: The tiger’s nest, the cave temple inside the monastery, the majestic views.

4. Phobjikha Valley, Phobjikha

The Phobjikha Valley is a vast glacial valley at an elevation of about 3,000 metres (9,800 ft) on the west side by the Black Mountains (Bhutan) (range above 5,000 metres (16,000 ft) elevation) that separates western and central Bhutan. The valley covers most of Phobji and Gangteng Gewogs and some parts of Athang Gewog and contains the Gangteng Monastery, also known as Gangtey Gonpa, on a spur surrounded by the village Gangtey. The valley also hosts one of the eight Lings built by a great Buddhist saint Longchenpa which is called Ngelung Drechagling. The valley is covered by a rich sward of grass in the marshy land where special variety of dwarf bamboo (Yushania microphylla) grows on which the black-necked cranes feed. The Nake Chuu and Phag Chuu River runs through this valley. Scenic views of the Phobjikha Valley are best below the spur of Gangteng Monastery and from the Ngelung Drechagling Lhakhang.

Key attractions: Black-necked cranes migrate to Phobjikha from November, and the hike through the valleys to witness spectacular views of the birds and the amazing greenery

5. Tashichho Dzong, Thimphu

Located at the northern end of the city, Tashichho Dzong is one of the famous Buddhist monasteries in Bhutan for which the country is famous for. A popular fortress set on the edge of the city’s border, this monastery is a delight to watch as it is set on the western banks of River Wang Chu.

Key attractions: It has not only served as the summer capital of the country but also as the royal seat of Druk Desi who is also called the Dharma Raja.

6.khamsum yulley namgyal chorten

Standing regally on the hill above the Punakha valley, Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten is a classic example of gorgeous traditions and architecture of Asian country. This chorten, however, is unique. It is not designed for community worship or for monastic retreat or education like other Buddhist Institute and Colleges. It is designed as a magical tool. It was built by the Queen Mother for heading off the negative forces and transportation peace and harmony for all the living beings. The thing that sets this Chorten apart is that it was designed on the principals delineate within the Holy Scriptures instead of trendy engineering manuals. The golden spire and labyrinthine wall patterns square measure fine example of art and traditions of Asian .

Key attractions:The outside world should see only this peace: the work of the guardians within can remain hidden.