Recently, the Chief Marketing Officer of Bhutan Tourism has stated that there are no restrictions on the number of international visitors to Bhutan. Here are several essential destinations to explore in this carbon-negative nation:
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Tiger’s Nest Monastery
This monastery, perched on a cliff above Paro Valley, is renowned for its exquisite woodwork, frescoes, and a picturesque hike through lush pine forests.
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Punakha Dzong
This historic fortress, located at the junction of the Pho Chhu and Mo Chhu rivers, is home to sacred relics, stupas, murals, and traditional wooden bridges.
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Punakha Dzong
A high-altitude mountain pass offering breathtaking views of the Himalayas, adorned with 108 chortens erected in memory of soldiers who lost their lives in a conflict in 2003.
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Bumthang Valley
Celebrated for its stunning landscapes, ancient temples, and rich Bhutanese culture, this valley includes some of the country’s oldest monasteries, such as Jakar Dzong.
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Paro Tsechu
This is Bhutan’s most celebrated annual festival, held in Paro, featuring vibrant masked dances, parades, and the display of large Buddhist scroll paintings known as thangkas.
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