Bhutan
Bhutan is a small country surrounded by the Indian states of Assam, Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim in the foothills of the Himalayas on the North East side of India. Bhutan is also known as the land of the "Thunder Dragon". In Bhutan, we can learn how to preserve the culture there and how to protect nature. Those who are interested in environment and tradition should definitely visit Bhutan.
Here’s a list of top tourist places to visit in Bhutan along with how to reach each :
1.Paro
Main Attractions :
* Tiger’s Nest Monastery ( Taktsang )
* Paro Dzong
* National Museum
How to reach :
By air :
Paro International Airport is the only international airport in Bhutan.
By Road :
From Thimphu, Paro can be reached by road, which is 50 kilometers away.
It takes 1.5 to 2 hours.
2. Thimphu ( Capital City )
Main Attractions :
* Buddha Dordenma Statue
* Memorial Chorten
* Tashichho Dzong
* Folk Heritage Museum
How to reach :
By air :
Paro International Airport is 1.5 to 2 hours away.
By Road :
Thimphu is well connected to other cities by road. No flights to Thimphu,
it’s accessible only by road
3. Punakha
Main Attractions :
* Punakha Dzong
* Chimi Lhakhang (Fertility Temple)
* Suspension Bridge
How to reach :
By Road :
Punakha is 2:30 or 3 hours by road i. e. 85 km and if u want to go by scenic route
then go via Dochu La Pass where u have great Mountain Views.
4. Phobjikha Valley
Main Attractions :
* Black-necked cranes (Nov–Feb)
* Gangtey Monastery
* Nature trails
How to reach :
By Road :
From Punakha it can be reached by road in 3.5 to 4 hours.
5. Bumthang Valley
Main Attractions :
* Jakar Dzong
* Kurjey Lhakhang
* Tamshing Monastery
* Swiss Farm
How to reach :
By air :
The nearest airport is Bathpalthang, which has domestic flights.
By road :
By road it takes 8 to 10 hours to reach Bumthang Valley from Thimphu or Punakha.
6. Haa Valley
Main Attractions :
* Remote Beauty
* Scenic Beauty
* Traditional lifestyle
* Temples
How to reach :
By road :
From Paro, it takes 3 hours to cross the Chele La Pass, which is the
highest motorable pass in Bhutan.
7. Trongsa
Main Attractions :
* Trongsa Dzong (largest in Bhutan)
* Watchtower museum
How to reach :
By road :
From Bumthang, it takes 2 to 3 hours to reach by road.
Travel Essentials :
Visa :
Most international tourists need a visa, which is arranged through a Bhutanese
tour operator.
SDF (Sustainable Development Fee):
The Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) is mandatory for all tourists entering Bhutan including Indian tourists. The fee is INR ₹ 1,200 per person per night for Indian,Bangladeshi, and Maldivian tourists, with discounts for children aged 6-12 and exemptions for those aged 5 and under. Other Tourists pay a daily fee (e.g., $100–$200 per day) which supports education,healthcare, and infrastructure of Bhutan.
Guided Tours :
Mostly independent travel isn't allowed. Trips must be pre-booked through
Licensed Tour Operators.
Best Time to Visit :
Spring ( March to May ) :
In these season Rhododendrons blooms and the sky is very clear.
Autumn ( September to November ) :
In this season the weather is very crispy and festival
season like Thimphu Tshechu.
General Tips :
Best Way to Reach :
The best way to enter in Bhutan is by Air. Only international Airport
is Paro International Airport in which Druk Air and Bhutan Airlines
provides air facilities.
From India ( By road ) :
Enter via Phuentsholing ( Border town ) .
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