Paro
Paro valley extends from the confluence of the Paro Chhu and the Wang Chhu rivers at Chuzom up to Mt. Jomolhari at the Tibetan border to the North. This region is one of the widest valleys in the kingdom and is covered in fertile rice fields and has a beautiful, crystalline river meandering down the valley. And it has many historic and cultural sights.
The country's first and only International Airport is located in Paro and it's the perfect place for you to land. After you land, breathe fresh air, and out of the airport; you will notice that Bhutan is unlike other places. Depending on the season you travel you see the yellow or green colors of the field.
There are over 155 temples and monasteries in the area, some dating as far back as the 7th century. Its close proximity to the historical and religious sites in the region has resulted in the development of an array of luxurious, high-end tourist resorts making Paro one of the main destinations for visitors.
Places to visit in Paro
Taktsang Lhakhang is Bhutan's most iconic landmark and religious site. The name Taktsang translates...more
The Dzong in Paro is known as Rinpung Dzong which literally means the Fortress of Heap of Jewels....more
Ta-Dzong which means watchtower, was constructed in the 1650s by Tenzin Drugdra, the half-brother...more
The main Shrine inside the Temple, is Jowo Khang is one of the oldest and sacred temples in Bhutan... more
Tagchogang is on way to Thimphu from Paro. At this place, we have one temple but more than Temple... more
It's located on the rocky spur with beautiful villages at the base. It was built in 1647 by Zhabdrung... more
The temple is very unique as it's in the form of chorten, that's Stupa and there are only a few temples... more
