5 Best Tourist Places To Visit in Bhutan

Best Tourist Places To Visit in Bhutan “The Land of Thunderbolt” is still one of the least traveled destinations, even by the travel enthusiasts of its neighboring country like India. But it has a long list of forts, monasteries, and other Buddhist relics, trekking spots, and shopping. The entire country comprises of panoramic valleys, majestic Himalayas, and abundance of rare fauna and flora that are surely worth a visit. Thus, the best tourist places in Bhutan must feature on your itinerary while visiting the Land of the Thunder Dragon. If not, at least a few of them and this article will help you with it.

1. Chele La Pass

Chele La Pass is amongst the most popular tourist places in Bhutan. This splendid pass is en-route the Haa Valley in Paro. It is the highest road pass of Bhutan, surrounded by amazing views of the Himalayan range.

2. Tiger’s Nest

Tiger’s Nest is well known for the beautiful and the sacred monastery of Guru Rinpoche. It is considered as a place of pilgrimage and is the most religious site that hangs on the cliff as it stands above the lush forest of thousands of species of rhododendrons and blue pine.

3. Chomolhari

It is the most popular places amongst the trekkers. Chomolhari trek, starting at Paro, is one of the most challenging treks of Bhutan. Also, it is enchanting and rewards the trekkers with blissful views after a difficult trek.

4. Tashichho Dzong

Tashichho Dzong is one of the most beautiful places in Bhutan, a fortress set on the edge of the city’s border. This monastery is worth watching as it is set on the western banks of River Wang Chu. It is the famous Dzong in the country and the largest landmark of Thimphu.

5. Buddha Dordenma Statue

The Buddha Dordenma Statue is a 169 feet tall statue of Buddha, built at the foot of the hills in Thimphu. This iconic gold and bronze statue is visible from almost anywhere in Thimphu. Also, there are small temples and the various paintings that adorn the walls that are made of cement and rock.

 

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