Get Mesmerized by the Beauty of Kyichu Lhakhang
Kyichu Lhakhang is a beautiful Buddhist temple, situated in Paro district. Built in 7th century, the temple is loaded with cultural additions like murals, statues and intimate atmosphere. The stupa, prayer wheels, beautiful landscape offers peaceful experience to the visitors.
About the activity: Get yourself dive in the calm environment and meditate in the proximity of beauty of temple and mountains around. Learn the rich history of temple by visiting all the complexes and decode the treasure of orange trees present behind the temple.
Location: 5 km from Paro
Timings: 9.00 AM to 1:00 PM AND 2.00 PM to 5:00 PM
Entry fee: Rs 300 for main
complex entry
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Visit National Museum of Bhutan
Built in 1968, the museum is situated in ancient Ta-dzong building and is under the command of His majesty of Bhutan.
About the activity: Visit the museum and observe some of the best art of Bhutan along with masterpieces like bronze statues and old, beautiful paintings. The galleries are studded with some of the finest art specimens in which a few are drawn on scientific lines.
The rich creations could immerse you well in past to modern era while attracting many travelers from all across the world.
Location: 3 km from the city center
Timings: 9.00 AM to 5:00 PM
Entry fee: Rs 25 for SAARC
countries and Rs 150 for non-SAARC countries
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Do Shopping at Paro Craft Market
Shop in the craft market and take back home the best of the articles like handicrafts, colorful beaded chains, bangles, clothes, boots and woven articles. To our surprise, the market is busiest between 6.30 to 10 in the morning.
About the activity: Enjoy shopping at more than 80 stalls in the city streets. Buy some of the best paintings, wood carvings, sculptures, gold and silver ornaments etc.
Genuine Bhutanese handicrafts and textiles are available for sale here and not to be missed if one is in Paro.
Location: In the city center
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Visit the Ruins of the Drukgyel Dzong
The former monastery and fortress is standing in the hills, surrounded by lush green area and huge mountains at the backdrop.
It was built to commemorate victory over Tibet in old times but destroyed by fire in 1950s. It is now under renovation and visiting the interiors will be off-limit.
About the activity: Visit the site, hike a little and get mesmerized with the beauty of the ancient built-ups.
Click some most amazing pictures which will remind you of glory of Bhutan and embrace the architecture which was designed so well that still remains intact.
Location: 15 km from Paro
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Take a Trek to Tiger’s Nest
About the activity: Tie the shoelaces and trek on steep to moderate path for next 1.5 to 2 hours to reach to the top. One can start enjoying a spectacular view even from the halfway and at the top, the surroundings are breathtaking.
Click some of the most beautiful pictures here and enjoy the pleasant weather here. After getting in, the spiritual side of yours will definitely hit the minds and this trek is definitely one of the best things to do in Paro.
Location: Taktsang trail, Bhutan (16 km from Paro)
Timings: 8.00 AM to 1:00 PM AND 2.00 PM to 6:00 PM
Entry fee- Rs 500 per adult
Trekking to the Snowman Trek
The trek begins from Paro and leads one to highest peaks of Himalayas. This trek is one of the most difficult things to do in Paro and trekkers have to cross 4 different passes to reach to the top.
About the activity: Brace yourself up and get acclimatized before hiking to the top. The path is quite tough as you cross through deep snowline and rocky trails.
Bring your best shoes and equipments to reach to the top and get amazing views of Himalayas and deep valleys around it. The trek will be long for around 27-28 days so plan your days and trek to the most possible points.
Best time to visit: September to October
Enjoy Delicious Local Cuisines
No wonder, traveling to a city can never be complete without tasting its local cuisines. And when one is at Paro, he has many new dishes that shares cultural combination of local zones.
About the activity: Walk in the local streets and then you must taste local street food like Ema Datshi (Stew mixed with cheese and chillies), Jasha Maroo (spicy chicken), Phaksha Paa(pork with red-chillies), momos and red-rice.
These dishes will totally give anyone a gist of local culture while giving them the best of Bhutanese dish at a quick.
Watch a Cultural Performance at Festival Ground
The place looks the loveliest during the 5-day festival held during the 2nd Bhutanese lunar month. The highlight of the festival is the last day when the thangka of Guru Rinpoche is unfolded in the form of a painting or embroidery.
Location: Outside the northern entrance of Paro Dzong, Paro, Bhutan
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Ride Through Paro Ta Dzong Biking Trails
Location: Paro, Bhutan
Price: 73.03 Nu per person per day approximately
Rafting
Feel the adrenaline rush when you go below the Choke where the scenery is breathtaking, and the rapids are more challenging. Reach the Paro-Thimphu river confluence at Village Chuzom. You may end your journey at this village or be bold to take the challenges of the mighty river Wang.
Location: River Chhu, Paro, Bhutan
Price: Approximately Nu 4,040 per person
Kayaking
You can opt to choose an easy or a hard course based on your experience level. Sail past many popular tourist places while kayaking down the rapids. If you are lucky, you may also be able to spot several freshwater fishes moving around.
Location: River Chhu, Paro, Bhutan
Price: Approximately Nu 4,040 per person
Take a Drive to Chele La Pass
Chele La is the highest road pass in the country and located at a height of 13000 feet.
About the activity: An excursion of around 2-2.30 hours will drive you through dense spruce and larch forests. Observe old roadside rock paintings, meditate in the nearby locations like Kilanunnery on the way and take a deep breath on the top covered with clouds and mountain ranges around. We are sure you won’t regret being here as visiting here is one of the best things to do in Paro.
Click some of the cool pictures here and flaunt out your excursion trip.
Location: 37 km from Paro
Best time to visit: September to October
Chill Out at Namgay Artisanal Brewery
Include this place in your list of what to do in Paro Bhutan, and have fun sipping the beer of your choice along with apple cider and various snacks. Spend a memorable evening in the brewery, especially if you visit during the Bhutanese Beer Festival.
Location: Dum Simbu, Paro 11001, Bhutan
Price: INR 2,500 approx.
Cross the Old Iron Bridge
Also feel an adrenaline rush while feeling a sense of danger during the walk across the bridge.
Location: Tachog Lhakhang, Thimphu Paro highway, Paro, Bhutan
Visit Paro Airport Bird's Eye View Point
Dine in at Park 76
If you are looking for full meals after the beer and snacks, you can try their popular chicken tikka masala and rice.
Location: Near Children’s Park, Paro 00975, Bhutan
Price: Cost of beer between NU200 to NU250
Pray at Jangtsa Dumtseg Lhakhang
Tourists feel excited offering their prayers at the stupa and listening to the legends of the temple. Some legends say that the temple was erected on the head of a demoness. Another legend claims that the temple was built to vanquish a serpentine force.
Stay At a Rustic Farmhouse
Bask in the aura of peace and tranquility in the green farm surrounding the farmhouse.
Price: Around BTN 2,500
Camping at Bumdra
You will be given traditional camps with comfortable beddings and basic amenities.Spend the evening, by walking to the Monastery to spend some time in the soothing ambiance of the ongoing evening prayers. End your day spending some time gazing at the stars.
Location: Near Bumdra Monastery, Paro, Bhutan
Price: Around US$30 to US$50
Do Meditation at the Monasteries
Meditation is the highest form of action to attain relaxed mind and happy heart and Paro will help anyone to achieve the highest level of solace.
About the activity: Paro is studded with small to large monasteries all over the city where many offers retreat centers along with them to learn and perform meditation.
One can choose a teacher for the activity or perform self in the natural surroundings. Going back to own home with peaceful mind will bring happiness to the family or professional life for sure.
Location: You can choose popular monasteries like Taktshang, Rinpung Dzong or many others based on own choice.
