Bhutan is a landlocked country in South Asia settled between two powerful neighbors, China and India. Bhutan is mostly mountainous and controls several key Himalayan mountain passes.Colorful monasteries, snow-capped peaks, peaceful villages lined with chili farms:the beauty of Bhutan is visible around every turn of its hairpin roads.
Thimphu is Bhutan's largest city and is just an hour's drive from Paro. Even though Thimphu is considered as the country's most modern city, it has retained the unique character of a Bhutanese town.Thimphu isa vibrant cultural center, where traditional Bhutanese culture and arts thrive alongside modern developments. The city is home to various cultural landmarks, including the Tashichho Dzong, numerous monasteries, museums, and art galleries that showcase Bhutan's rich cultural heritage.
Paro is a town and seat of Paro District, in the Paro Valley of Bhutan. It is a historic town with many sacred sites and historical buildings scattered throughout the area.Among its many temples, Paroismost famous for the iconic Taktsang Lhakhang(also known as the Tiger's Nest), situated at the northern end of the valley. It is also home to the National Museum, which displays hundreds of ancient Bhutanese artefacts and artwork.
Punakha is the administrative centre of Punakha dzongkhag, one of the 20 districts of Bhutan.Punakha valley is famous in Bhutan forrice farming. Both red and white rice are grown along the river valley of Pho and Mo Chu, two of the most prominent rivers in Bhutan.The Punakha Valley isrenowned for its picturesque landscapes, surrounded by lush greenery, terraced fields, and the majestic Himalayan mountains. Its natural beauty and serene environment make it a popular tourist destination, attracting visitors and nature enthusiasts from around the world.Punakha is truly worth visitingas it has many tourist attracts to offer including monasteries, beautiful villages and the national park.
Trongsa is the central hub of the nation and is the place from where attempts at unifying the country were launched.rongsa offers spectacular views of the surrounding deep valleys.Trongsa Dzong has probably the most picturesque location of all fortresses of Bhutan. There's a viewpoint on the Bumthang highway across the river where the views are spectacular.It has many popular attractions, including Trongsa Dzong View Point, Thru Epang Palace Yuling Lhakhang, making itwell worth a visit.
Phuntsholing, is a border town in southern Bhutanand is the administrative seat of Chukha District.Phuentsholing delights tourists with its wildlife conservation park, serene monasteries, scenic viewpoints which captivates tourists with magnificent views of the Bengal plains, and nature parks.As the Himalayan Kingdom of queens and kings, the world-famous Gateway of Bhutan, Phuentsholing is a vibrant shopping destination known for itsbustling bazaars, traditional handicrafts, and rich textiles.Phuentsholing, the beautiful border town in Bhutan isworth exploring at any time of the year.
