Places to Visit

Paro Dzong (Tiger's Nest Monestary) :
It is a spectacular piece of architecture in Bhutan which is sought for the search for spiritual enlightenment. Monks spent years creating this fortress on the side of a cliff above Paro and it houses both the superficial structure "lhakhang" as well as Pelphug Lhakhang, the spiritual temple made out of a cave that has been in use for centuries.
Rinpung Dzong :
The monastery here was first built by Guru Padmasambhava during the tenth century and as per the myth it is said that it was built by the villagers during the day and spirits during the night. The hoofmarks left by their horses are still visible at the site. Shabdrung Ngwang Namgayal built the present Dzong on the older foundation in the year 1646. The five-storey building was built with stones instead of clay and the Dzong was named Rinpung, meaning "heaps of jewels".
Ta Dzong :
This Dzong was erected to be used as a watchtower and in Bhutanese language "Ta" means "to see", so the Dzong was called "Ta Dzong". Since 1968 Ta Dzong was converted into the National Museum which features the captivating collection of Bhutan's exquisite postage stamps, art, relics, religious thangkha paintings, coins and handicrafts, together with a small natural history collection.
Drukgyel Dzong :
It was built by Ngawang Namgyal as a symbol of his victory over the Tibetan trespassers and it literally means 'The Victorious Druk. Unfortunately, it was severely damaged by fire in 1951 and is in ruins today. It can be entered from only one side and is protected by three tall towers and a domed passageway which connects the Dzong with the riverbank ensuring water supply to the Dzong during war.
Kyichu Lhakhang:
A composition of two temples, it is the second most holy place of the country where the first temple was made by the Tibetan king Songtsen Gampo in 7th century while the second one was made by the Queen Mother of Bhutan, H.M. Ashi Keshang,in 1968.
Farm Houses:
The Bhutanese farm houses are generally two or three storied houses with colorful presentation in the outer walls and lintels. They are erected without using any single nail and are definitely the catalysts of the natural beauty of Paro.
Kila Gompa :
It was erected for the nuns who present their lives to spiritual causes like religious studies, prayer and meditation.
Tashichho Dzong (Thimpu Dzong):
It was initially built in the 17th century and was rebuilt in early 1960s by the third King Jigme Dorji Wangchuk. Tashichho Dzong is the main secretariat building which houses the throne room of His majesty and a summer residence of the central monk body. It is open to visitor during Thimpu festival and when the monk body moves to their winter home in Punakha.
Changangkha temple:
It was built in the 15 century by Lama Phajo Drigom. It lies on a hilltop commanding the Thimpu valley. The temple has very old scriptures and Thankas. The main deity of the temple is Avalokiteshvara, God of compassion.
Simtokha Dzong:
It is the oldest Dzong in the country stands on a lofty ridge at the end of valley. It was built in 1627-1629 and now houses the school for Buddhists studies. All the Bhutanese language teachers pass out from this university.
Indigenous Hospital:
Since Bhutan has its own brand of Himalayan medicine the Government has given equal emphasis to both allopathic and traditional medicines. The rich herbal medicine is prepared here. The old art of healing like acupuncture is still practiced today.