Bhutan the neighboring country of India is a paradise for travelers. Every year many tourists come to explore the hidden treasures of Bhutan and feed their senses with the mesmerizing beauty of this country. Bhutan is celebrated for its Monasteries, fortresses, and landscapes. The landscapes of this country are termed “dramatic” because of the mix of plains and steep mountains. If you are planning to visit Bhutan here are a few hotspots of Bhutan that you must visit:
1. Tiger Nest Monastery
Most famous place of Bhutan -Located amidst the dense forest of Blue Pines and Rhododendrons, Tiger Nest Monastery is set on a mountain cliff. To reach this amazing place one has to climb 900 meters up to the hill. You can take a Pony if you desire though it might only take you till the cafeteria of the monastery. Here onwards you need to walk a steep stairway to reach the main Snow Lion Cave. This monastery holds great importance as from here only Guru Rinpoche incepted Buddhism in Bhutan. The view of the Paro valley from here is awe-inspiring.
2. Punakha Dzong
Also known as Pungthang Dewachen Phodrang The Palace f Happiness it is the most splendid dzong of the country. Placed strategically between two rivers Pho Chu and Mo Chu the dzong is a 3 hours drive from the national capital Thimpu. You can experience a moderate climate in this place and experience the winds of the lilac colored Jacaranda trees.
3. Zuri Dzong Hike
If you love hiking this trek is probably the best for you. You can have a breathtaking view of the Paro valley from this trek. The total trek time is 1 hour which is filled with awe-inspiring views and the tranquil of the valley. Zuri is loved by many tourists visiting Bhutan
4. Uma Paro Hotel
It is an archaeological hotel nestling on a Himalayan mountain, a 10 minutes drive from the Paro Airport. It is covered with Pine trees and is the most celebrated boutique hotel in Bhutan. It has striking interiors and outdoors. The rooms offer many specialties including Forest view, Valley View, Como suites, etc.
5. Gangtey Valley
The best time to visit this valley is during winters. It is also known as the Shangri- La of Bhutan and makes Bhutan as a country having the largest Shangri-la in the world. The pleasure of stepping on a wide field that doesn’t have any trees, while the whole way your trek up was through dense forest is something really amazing. The main vegetation of the trek is Rhododendrons, Bamboos, Ferns, Pines, Magnolia, etc. During winter you can also see the magnificent black-necked cranes in this valley.
These are a few places that make Bhutan a must visit place for every explorer and nature lover. So pack your bags and start an awesome journey to the land of happiness aka “Bhutan”.
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