World’s Happiest Country, Bhutan offers a kaleidoscope of sceneries, experiences, and mind-transforming journeys. Its unmatchable aura has wooed all kinds of travelers from around the world and now the top Bhutan tourist places await to be explored by you and your travel buddies. While you discover the famous tourist spots, brace yourself for some nerve-wrenching adventures too.
Did you know Bhutan is the only carbon negative country, follows no-plastic rule and has no traffic lights. It also measures prosperity by citizen’s happiness status and is thriving to become a sustainable country. This tiny Himalayan kingdom is truly one of a kind and its top Bhutan tourist places can be best explored with our flexible holiday plans.
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Quick Guide for Top Bhutan Tourist Places
For nature lovers:
• Chele La Pass: The gorgeous Chela La Pass lies in the Paro Valley at a stunning altitude of 13,000 ft. It makes it the highest motorable road of Bhutan and a popular spot for treks and hikes. You can witness the majestic views of Mount Chomolhari (also called the Mountain of the Goddess). The best time to plan a visit here is from April to November as the weather gets unbearably chilled in peak winters.
• Bumthang Valley: Explore the Switzerland Of East Bhutan has a ‘Switzerland’ of its own – the Bumthang valley. Its fertile lands are dotted with farm fields producing apples, potatoes, wheat and so much more. It also houses most of the Buddhist monasteries like the Tamsheng Monastery, Kurje Lakhang, Jampey Lakhang, Jakar Dzong, Tharpaling Monastery and many more. It is thus the spiritual center of the country and one of the top Bhutan tourist places.
For history buffs:
• Trongsa Dzong: A 17th century traditional fortress lying in the tiny town of Trongsa. It is one of the largest monastery here that holds a great historical value and the local festivals are usually hosted at this site. Do visit this place during the Tsechu Festival to get the real taste of Bhutanese culture. Its imposing architecture and rich history makes it all the more worth exploring.
• Chendebji Chorten: This tourist site is an 18th century structure inspired by Nepali architecture. Located at around 7,000 ft. this Buddhist Stupa or Chorten houses the remains of reincarnated guardian of Buddhist teachings. Hold on, it gets more interesting. This building was built to ward off devils and evil spirits.
For spiritual seekers:
• Punakha Dzong: The Palace of Great Happiness, the Punakha Dzong is beautifully located in the middle of Mo Chhu and Pho Chhu rivers and you would need to cross the wooden Bazam bridge to reach its entrance. This six-storey Dzong houses many national treasures and preserves various Buddhist relics. It is said to have the finest Bhutanese architecture and craftsmanship.
• Buddha Dordenma: A gigantic 169 ft. statue of Buddha crafted in gold located atop a meditation hall. But wait, you aren’t looking at just one Buddha statue here. This idol statue is said to encapsulate over 1,25,000 mini Buddha statues. We are as surprised as you are. It’s surely is a splendid sight to behold.
For adventure freaks:
• Trek to Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest) Placed dramatically on a clifftop, the Tiger’s Nest of Paro valley in Bhutan. This iconic Buddhist site can be reached only via a moderate trek and is the most visited top Bhutan tourist places. A visit here takes a full day covering the round trip hike and a tour of the site.
• Whitewater River Rafting at Paro Valley If you wish to indulge in a water adventure in Bhutan, a white water rafting experience tops our list. You can also enjoy Kayaking at the popular rivers here. You can enjoy rafting here at several rivers, with a unique mix of rapids. The rafting activities are led by professional guides and would offer the best adrenaline rush you seek.
When is the best time to visit India Triangle Tour with Bhutan?
The best time to plan India Triangle tour with Bhutan is during the spring season or early winter season. The weather is pleasant and the skies are clear from March to May and September to November. This is just the ideal time to go on hikes and enjoy full-day explorations. The spring season has rhododendrons in full bloom and autumn season has a lot of joyous festivities on the menu. The peak winter season has high amount of snowfall but the cold is beatable. Thus it all depends on the intent of your trip.
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