Paro
The beautiful valley of Paro encapsulates within itself a rich culture, scenic beauty and hundreds of myths and legends. It is home to many of Bhutan’s oldest temples and monasteries, the National Museum and the country’s only airport. Mount. Chomolhari (7,314m) reigns in white glory at the northern end of the valley and its glacial water plunges through deep gorges to form Pa Chhu (Paro River). Paro is also one of the most fertile valleys in the Kingdom producing a bulk of the locally famous red rice from its terraced fields.
Paro Details
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Address:
Paro
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Visa Requirements:
Yes Requard
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District:
Paro
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Languages spoken:
English & Dzongkha
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Currency Used:
Nu.
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Support Phone:
+975-17574966
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Emergency Email:
rhododendronbelle@gmail.com
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Distance:
20.7m
Top 7 Interesting Facts about Paro, Bhutan
- The picturesque region of Paro is one of the widest valleys in the kingdom
- There are over 155 temples and monasteries in the area, some dating as far back as the 14th century
- The famous Tiger Nest is located in Paro
- It is considered as the Rice Bowl of Bhutan with its annual bounties of paddy
- The only International Airport is located at Paro Airport
- The five-day Paro Festival is one of the biggest Festivals of Bhutan.
- Has lot of place to explore for day hikes.
Below are the list of the best places to visit and things to do in in Paro Bhutan.
Located 1 hour away from Thimphu (Current capital city of Bhutan),
The charming town of Paro comprises both the ancient as well as the modern face of Bhutan. Paro is the Home to some of the oldest and most revered temple in Bhutan. This is where the famed Tiger Nest Monastery is located.
Paro Dzong (Rinpung Dzong)
Rinpung Dzong (Fortress on a heap of jewels) is built in the year 1644 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal (Founder of Bhutan). The dzong is currently the administrative centre for the District of Paro and school of monastic bodies for the western region of Bhutan.
Every year (March/April, date varied) the Paro Tsechu (one of the biggest festival in Bhutan) is held at Paro Dzong. A grand celebration whereby for four days there will be religious ritual dance performed, followed by the unfurling of giant Thongdrel (Largest form of Thangka Painting). Legend holds it that just by viewing the Thongdrel itself cleanse the viewers sin.
Note: Some scene of the movie Little Buddha (1993 movie) was filmed here.
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The best way to reach Paro is via Flight. Paro is the only international airport in Bhutan.
By Air: Paro International Airport lies about 6 km away from Paro City. Surrounded by 5000 m high peaks and with a single runway, Paro International Airport is one of the most dangerous airports in the world. DrukAir and Bhutan Airlines are the only two airlines that fly directly from New Delhi, Kolkata, Bangkok, Mumbai, Gaya, Guwahati, Kathmandu, and Dhaka. From the Paro International Airport, you can hire taxis or advance book your trip with us.
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Paro is a gorgeous valley that encompasses incredible culture, breathtaking natural splendor, and tons of myths and folklores. There are many places to visit in Paro Bhutan. It is the place that holds some of the most ancient temples and monasteries of Bhutan and the legendary Tiger’s Nest Monastery. It is home to the country’s only international airport and the National Museum.
The Mountain Jomolhari reigns in white glory at the northern end of the valley and its crystalline glacial waters plunges through deep gorges to form Paro river. Paro valley is the Rice Bowl of the kingdom and it grows the famous red rice of Bhutan from its terraced verdant fields.
It is one of the top places to visit in Bhutan.
