Recently, the Chief Marketing Officer of Bhutan Tourism confirmed that contrary to earlier news reports, there is no cap on international visitors to Bhutan. If you wish to visit this carbon-negative country, here are a few spots you should not miss.
A cliffside monastery above the Paro Valley, it showcases intricate woodwork, frescoes, prayer flags and a glimpse into the serene monastic life. The best part is the scenic hike to the monastery through lush pine forests.
A historically significant fortress, it's located at the confluence of Pho Chhu and Mo Chhu. Its central courtyard, sacred relics, stupas, murals, thangkas (scroll paintings) and wooden bridges offer tourists a rich experience.
It's a high mountain pass offering panoramic views of the Himalayas and a collection of 108 chortens (stupas) known as the Dochula Lhakhang. The stupas were built to honour soldiers who died in a 2003 conflict.
It is known for its scenic beauty, ancient temples, and traditional Bhutanese culture. The valley is home to some of Bhutan’s oldest monasteries like Jakar Dzong. You can checkout the traditional Bhutanese village life in Ura village here.
It's the most popular festival in Bhutan is held annually in the town of Paro, to celebrate Guru Rinpoche. You can see masked dancers, unveiling of large Buddhist scroll paintings aka thangkhas and parades as part of it.