A land of culture, tradition and beauty, Bhutan is one of those tourist destinations in the world that wins every traveller’s heart. No matter where one chooses to travel in Bhutan, travellers surely fall in love with the stunning landscape, spiritual vibe and ancient vibrancy. Even though the entire country is dotted with a plethora of beautiful places to visit but the top attractions boasting Bhutan tourism are located in the western and central region of Bhutan, largely in and around Paro, Thimphu, Punakha and Bumthang.
When on a Bhutan Tour, tourists will come close to some of the splendid dzongs and monasteries. The must-see tourist places includes Paro and Zuri in Paro, Tashichhoe and Simtokha in Thimphu, and Punakha Dzong in Punakha, which is the second oldest and largest dzong in Bhutan. Moving to the popular Buddhist Monasteries, temples, palace and a museum in Bhutan, the important ones include Paro Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest Monastery), Khangkhu Lhakhang, Bondey Lhakhang, Tago Lhakhang, Druk Choeding, Ugyen Pelri Palace, National Museum in Paro, Tango, Dechen Phodrang, Cheri, and Changangkha Lhakhang in Thimphu. The other not-to-miss tourist attractions in Thimphu includes Buddha Dordenma, Memorial Chorten, Dechencholing Palace, Clock Tower Square, National Textile Museum and Motithang Takin Preserve. The temples and monastery of Bumathang include Kurjey Lhakhang, Kichu Lhakhang, Jambey Lhakhang and Lhodrak Kharchu Monastery. The Punakha Dzong and Trongsa Dzong are yet another top tourist attractions in Bhutan which are unarguably the most beautiful dzongs in the country. Also, the wildlife enthusiasts can visit Jigme Dorji National Park, the second largest national park that occupies almost the entire Gasa District and the northern areas of Paro, Thimphu, Punakha and Wandue Phodrang.
A vacation to wild and rugged eastern Bhutan will let one witness the fascinating towns and villages. The must-visit tourist attractions of this region of Bhutan includes Gom Kora, Chorten Kora in Trashiyangtse, Guru Rinpoche Statue in Mongar to Lhuentse, Yakgang Lhakhang in Mongar, and Trashigang Dzong in Trashigang.
A trip to Bhutan will let the tourists learn about how the traditional Buddhist culture meets the splendid fortresses like the monasteries, dzongs, temples, palaces and more. In simple words, Bhutan is a magical and mystical place that must be visited at least once in a lifetime.
These are the Top 5 Most Visited Tourist Attractions in Bhutan