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Bhutan is a country for lovers of Trekking and hiking. The country offers several altitude treks throughout the country to help the tourists get the best out of their stay in the country. Cholmohori Trek is one of the most visited treks in the country. The amazing lush green vista and breathtaking mountains hypnotize your eyes while trekking.<\/p>\n
What to see:<\/strong> Tiger\u2019s Nest Monastery, Thangbue Valley, Tso Phu Lakes, Sey Dzong<\/p>\nWhat to do:<\/strong> Hiking, Trekking\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/span>13. Zuri Dzong Fort, Paro<\/span><\/h3>\n![\"Zuri](\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Zuri-Dzong-Fort-Paro-Bhutan.jpg\")
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This fort is famous owing to the belief that Lord Buddha had meditated on this site. This impressive five-story building surrounded by double walls with a strong historical background and a cultural heritage offers some spectacular views of the entire valley. This is one of the most popular tourist spots in Bhutan for trekking.<\/p>\n
What to see:<\/strong> Splendid views of\u00a0Paro\u00a0Valley, Architectural works of\u00a0Zuri\u00a0Dzong,\u00a0Zuri\u00a0Dzong\u00a0chapels<\/p>\nWhat to do:<\/strong> Trekking, Hiking\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/span>14. Norzin Lam Street, Thimphu<\/span><\/h3>\n![\"Norzin](\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Norzin-Lam-Street-Thimphu-Bhutan.jpg\")
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We all love to indulge ourselves in a little bit of shopping. In a country like Bhutan, you can shop for souvenirs, handicrafts, wooden items, carpets, etc. to cherish the memories of the Bhutanese culture when you go back to your homeland.<\/p>\n
Norzin Lam Street in the capital city of the country is the perfect place for shopping for all sorts of items which have been patiently manufactured by the local people. Jewelry made of stone, silver, bronze, wooden items, textiles, Buddhist sculptures and paintings, and many more traditional items can be found in the craft stalls in this popular area.<\/p>\n
What to see:<\/strong> Craft shops, Handicrafts, Bhutanese textiles, Bhutanese Jewellery, Buddhist paintings<\/p>\nWhat to do:<\/strong> Shopping to your heart\u2019s content\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/span>15. National Folk Heritage Museum, Thimphu<\/span><\/h3>\n![\"National](\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/National-Folk-Heritage-Museum-Thimphu-Bhutan.jpg\")
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National Folk Heritage Museum which is located in Thimphu signifies the appealing Bhutanese Folk culture and heritage. This unique museum showcases things like granaries used by the Bhutanese to store food, wooden and bamboo utensils, bamboo mats, arms, and many more items which have been used in the past 150 years.<\/p>\n
What to see:<\/strong> Hot stone bath, musical instruments, kitchen garden, Markhu Tsene (oil extraction), Tham Dhungi (pounding and roasting rice), water mill with millstones, Bhutanese cuisine<\/p>\nWhat to do:<\/strong> Exploring the museum to get a taste of Bhutanese culture, Dining at the Folk Heritage Museum compound to taste the delicious Bhutanese cuisine<\/p>\n<\/span>16. Thimphu Chorten (Memorial Chorten), Thimphu<\/span><\/h3>\n![\"Memorial](\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Memorial-Stupa-Chorten-Thimphu-Bhutan.jpg\")
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Thimphu Chorten was established in the capital city to honour the third King of Bhutan, Jigme Dorji Wangchuk. The architectural brilliance and artistic aura of this monument leave you spellbound. Being considered to be a very holy place by the localities you will find many people lighting Diyas and meditating at this place. The divine aura of this place will surely captivate your mind in no time.<\/p>\n
What to see:<\/strong> Architectural works of the monument, Monlam Prayer Festival, Statues of Buddha, Giant prayer wheels<\/p>\nWhat to do:<\/strong> Exploring the monument, Enjoy the view of amazing landscapes\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/span>17. Drukgyel Dzong, Paro<\/span><\/h3>\n![\"Drukgyel](\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Drukgyel-Dzong-Paro-Bhutan.jpg\")
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Drukgyel Dzong was a fortress built in 1949 to honour the historic victory over the Tibetans. This building was damaged due to a fire in 1951 but the ruins of this fortress still attract visitors here due to its profound historical background. The renovation work of this site started in 2016 and is expected to continue until 2022.<\/p>\n
What to see:<\/strong> The ruins of a famous historical place<\/p>\nWhat to do:<\/strong> Explore the fortress, take pictures<\/p>\n<\/span>18. Tango Buddhist Institute, Thimphu<\/span><\/h3>\n![\"Tango](\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Tango-Buddhist-Institute-Thimphu-Bhutan.jpg\")
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Tango Buddhist Institute is one of the most sacred monasteries in the country. This remarkable institute with its awesome architecture and divine surroundings is the residence of several monks.<\/p>\n
The temples and their deities inside the institute reflect some great architectural works. You can enlighten yourself in this place by taking a course on Buddhism or spirituality.<\/p>\n
What to see:<\/strong> Temples, Lifestyle of monks, Langurs, Mountain goats<\/p>\nWhat to do:<\/strong> Hiking, Learning meditation or spirituality, Cycling,\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/span>19. Limbukha, Punakha<\/span><\/h3>\n![\"Limbukha,](\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Limbukha-Punakha-Bhutan.jpg\")
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Limbukha, a small village\u00a0located in\u00a0Dolchua\u00a0Hill in the valley of\u00a0Punakha\u00a0is known for its scenic beauty. The blissful aura of this place immediately uplifts your spirit and puts you in a state of tranquillity.<\/p>\n
The people of Limbukha called Limpus are known as Peace Negotiators because, in the medieval period, the people of this place urged everyone to maintain peace. During the most popular festival of this place, Serda, the people carry peace flags to celebrate the festival.<\/p>\n
What to see:<\/strong>\u00a0Serda, Magnificent views of nature, Handicrafts<\/p>\nWhat to do:<\/strong> Trekking, Getting a glimpse of\u00a0Limpus\u00a0culture, Shopping\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/span>20. Chimi L’hakhang Temple<\/span><\/h3>\n![\"Chimi](\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Chimi-Lhakhang-Temple-Bhutan.jpg\")
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Chimi Lhakhang a Buddhist monastery is popularly known as the Fertility Temple owing to the belief of the people of the country that whoever wishes to conceive can visit the place to get divine blessings.<\/p>\n
The couple visits the temple even to name their child a lama. The unique traditional practices, unusual paintings, carvings of phalluses, and the striking interior of the temple attract many tourists to this place.<\/p>\n
What to see:<\/strong> Gigantic prayer wheels, Statue of Guru\u00a0Padmasambhava, Amazing view of the landscapes<\/p>\nWhat to do:<\/strong> Hiking, Exploring the monastery<\/p>\nBhutan is a country full of surprises. It enthralls you with its picturesque landscapes in one hand and tickles your adventurous side by offering you several treks. The heavenly views of mountains, valleys, waterfalls, rivers, and woodland are bound to mesmerize you.<\/p>\n
The more you get into its enticing culture, handicrafts, cuisine, and lovely inhabitants the more you will crave it. Altogether it will undoubtedly make your days living in this magical country worthwhile.<\/p>\n
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