| PLACES TO VISIT | Paro, Thimphu |
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| EXIT | Paro |
Paro Rinpung Dzong
Rinpung Dzong or the "fortress on a heap of jewel" was built by Zhabdrung Ngawang
Namgyel in 1646. Its majestically on a hill overseeing the Pa chhu(river) and offers a
panoramic view of Paro valley.
Taa Dzong
Taa Dzong or watch tower was built in 1645 by Paro penlop La Ngoenpa Tenzin Drukda
together with Desi Minjur Tempa. It was built to protect the Dzong(fortress) and the
valley from unceasing attacks from outside. The watchtower was converted to a national
museum in 1967. The museum has an exhibit several antiques and relics of Bhutan, they
also exhibits the natural history and cultural practices.
Memorial Chorten
The national memorial chorten was built in memory of third Druk Gyalpo and is dedicated
to World peace. It was initiated by Her Majesty Phuentsho Choden and erected in 1974.
It is one of the mostly visited places by the devotees, circumambulating the stupa from
dawn until dusk.
Buddha Doerdenma
A 51 meter bronze Shakyamuni Buddha statue gilded in gold, overseeing the valley of
Thimphu. Enjoy the panoramic view of the Thimphu valley from the site of the gigantic
Lord Buddha. The site was completed in sept. 2015. We have alternative hike around the
statue with beautiful view of the valley, you could prefer to hike one of the trails.
These trails are popular for mountain biking/cycling.
Simply Bhutan Museum
The Museum is a living studio showcasing the typical life-style and practices of
Bhutanese culture and tradition. You will also witness some folk dances by the team at
the museum and you can disguise yourself with our national attire and try out archery
(national sport).
Taksang Monastery
Your highlight of the tour and a day excursion to one of the most petrified sites in
Bhutan, Taktsang Monastery / Tiger’s Nest which is about 3 hours uphill and 2 hours
down. It is located around 900 meters above the Paro valley. In the 8th Century Guru
Padmasambhava – the patron saint of Buddhism established the most sacred place in Bhutan
and meditated with his consort Khandro Yeshey Tshogyal. It is believed that Guru flew on
a female tigress in pursuit of a demon which he subdued at the current site of the
Monastery.
Kichu Lhakhang
Before you drive back to your hotel visit the Kyichu Lhakhang/temple, one of the oldest
temples built in the 7th Century by the Tibetan King Songsten Gyembo.
Local Experience
In the evening visit a traditional farmhouse replete with paddy fields, vegetable garden
and farm animals. Enjoy a hot stone bath in a wooden tub, get some cooking tips and help
in preparing your dinner which you will eat in the traditional Bhutanese style with the
whole family. If you wish you can go for a stroll through the valley or rest in
hotel.
Departure
After breakfast drive to Paro International Airport where your guide and driver will bid
you farewell and hope you had a pleasant holiday and hope to see you in Bhutan again.
