Thimphu, Bhutan's capital, is a fascinating destination. The city, located in the Himalayan upper mountains, offers breathtaking views of the emerald woodlands and the Raidak or Chuu River. Thimphu is a must-see cultural destination that combines old world attractions with modernity. You could be surprised to see their red light to be a traffic cop. Surprisingly, the red light only lasted three days in the city before being replaced by a human traffic controller as people hated and felt the light to be too negative. Today, the city is teeming with tourists eager to capture the unique gems of Bhutanese culture, food, and way of life. The most famous tourist attractions in Thimphu include Buddha Dordenma, Memorial Chorten, Dechencholing Palace, Clock Tower Square, and Motithang Takin Preserve. Other tourist attractions include Dzongs like Tashichho and Simtokha, as well as monasteries like Dechen Phodrang, Tango, and Cheri. Thimphu also has attractive cafés and pubs, as well as nightclubs and restaurants, where you may socialize and meet like-minded individuals.

• Best tourism sites to visit: Dochula Pass, Buddha Dordenma,Tashichho Dzong (Thimpu Dzong), Bhutan Post Office Headquarters, etc.
  
• Location: Western-central Bhutan

Paro is the most popular tourist destination in Bhutan due to its tranquil serene beauty and pure air, surrounded by unleveled mountains, lush green meadows, and ancient structures. It is here in the city that the sole international airport is located. As a result, Paro enjoys a high volume of tourists throughout year. There are regular excursions to the beautiful dzongs of Paro and Zuri, as well as monasteries and palaces such as Paro Taktsang (Tiger's Nest Monastery), Pelri Goemba, and Ugyen Pelri Palace. Temples, monuments, and museums worth seeing include Bondey Lhakhang, Khangkhu Lhakhang, Tago Lhakhang, Druk Choeding, and the National Museum. Paro is a medieval town with a tranquil ambience that is best explored on foot. It is worthwhile to take a stroll and observe the residents' daily lives.

• Best tourism sites to visit: Jangtsa Dumtseg Lhakhang Temple, Chele La Pass, Tiger’s Nest (Paro Taktsang), Airport View Point , Paro Weekend Market, Namgay Artisanal Brewery, Zuri Dzong Fort, Rinpung Dzong Monastery, Drukgyal Dzong Monastery, etc.
• Location: western Bhutan

Punakha is another gorgeous resort in Bhutan that is popular among adventure enthusiasts. For those who appreciate the adrenaline rush of river rafting in the two rivers/chhus - Mo and Pho, this is the 'greatest place to be.' However, Punakha is most known for the 17th-century castle Punakha Dzong, which stands magnificently beside the Pho and Mo Chhu rivers. During Punakha Tshechu, Bhutan's religious festival, this Himalayan town showcases masked dances and traditional music. The atmosphere the location provides is strange, and many people come here to learn about Bhutanese culture and history, as well as to enjoy its beautiful natural beauty. The Punakha Valley, which surrounds the town, includes several must-see sights like as Chimi Lhakhang and Namgyal Chorten. From these vantage spots, one may enjoy a bird's-eye perspective of rivers and mountains. Punakha Dzong and Limbhukha are additional must-see attractions in Punakha.

• Best tourism sites to visit: Punakha Dzong, Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten, Ritsha, Mo Chhu, Chimi Lhakhang, Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup Lhakhang, Jigme Dorji National Park, Dochula Pass, Koma Tsachu, Limbhukha Village
• Location: eastern Himalayas, west-central Bhutan

Trongsa is located in central Bhutan, and its rich greenery offers a magnificent environment in which to surround your senses and simply concentrate. This must-see attraction in Bhutan is centrally located, with a strategic intersection connecting highways to Bumthang, Gelephu, and Punakha. The Trongsa Dzong is a notable site in Trongsa. This is one of the nicest Buddhist monasteries, with red roofs and whitewashed walls perched above a valley. Trongsa is a tranquil small town where, other from sightseeing, the only way to pass the time is to take a stroll around the stores, which are tastefully adorned with pot plants and populated with happy people.

During December or January, a five-day celebration known as the Trongsa tsechu is celebrated in the northern courtyard. Every monastery in Bhutan celebrates this event, which commemorates Guru Rimpoche's arrival in Bhutan in the 8th century as a symbol of Buddhism's triumph over evil. According to the Bhutanese calendar, it is held in the spring and fall seasons. 10 Things to Do in Trongsa or 10 Places to Visit in Trongsa Click on the names for additional information.

• Best tourism sites to visit: Chendebji Chorten, Korphu Village, Kuenga Rabten Palace, Mangdue Foot Trail, Nabji Lhakhang, Semji Village, Threupang Palace, Trongsa Dzong, Trongsa Ta Dzong, Yutong La Pass,etc.
• Location: central Bhutan

Jigme Dorji National Park is unique in Bhutan since it is home to Takin, the national mammal, Blue Poppy, the national flower, Raven, the national bird, and Cypress, the national tree, all of which coexist in perfect harmony. The park is home to about 300 bird species, as well as creatures such as serow, Indian leopard, sambar deer, barking deer, pika, marmot, goral, and others. Several endangered species flourish here, including the snow leopard, clouded leopard, Himalayan blue sheep, Bengal tiger, red panda, spotted linsang, Ussuri dhole, black musk deer, and Himalayan black bear, thanks to tireless conservation efforts.

Near addition to approximately 300 medicinal plant species, the Jigme Dorji National Park in Thimphu, Bhutan, is home to 39 butterflies and 5 reptiles. According to the World Wildlife Fund, the park is the first in the world where Bengal tigers and snow leopards share a habitat at an elevation of 4000 meters with varying topography.

This is the country's second largest national park, established in 1974 and named after Jigme Dorji Wangchuck. It is a hiking paradise as well as a safe haven for about 6500 Layap, who are semi-nomadic people that live within the park and do animal husbandry and agriculture.

• Entrance fees: 150 INR
• Opening time: 9 AM – 5 PM (Monday - Friday)
• Location: Covers the entire Gasa district along with northern parts of Paro district, Punakha district, Wangdue Phodrang district, and Thimphu districtJigme Dorji National Park