Paro City, Bhutan Travel Guide
Scenic spot introduction:
Paro is a city in the western part of the Kingdom of Bhutan and the capital of the Paro Dzong. Located in the Paro Valley, with an average altitude of 2,250 meters. Paro was once the political center of western Bhutan and had long-standing commercial relations with Tibet. Because Paro Airport is the only international airport in Bhutan, Paro is the first city after arriving in the Kingdom of Bhutan. It is said that the city's origins are related to the construction of a monastery by Padmasambhava in the early 10th century. This is also the most famous attraction in Paro, Tiger Cave Temple, also known as Tiger Temple, which also plays an important role in the field of Buddhism.Attractions distribution:
Paro is the gateway to Bhutan and the starting point for tourists to explore the hidden kingdom. The main attractions include Tiger Cave Temple, National Museum of Bhutan, Qichulakhang, Dukje Dzong, Paro Dzong, etc. You can better understand Bhutanese culture and religion through Paro Market and Paro Festival. In addition, because of Tony Leung Chiu-wai The wedding with Carina Lau was held in Paro, and the Paro Uma Hotel has become a must-visit place in Paro.Scenic spot features:
photography, culture, religion, city, religionTransportation
Scenic spot location:
Asia>Bhutan
How to get there:
Paro Airport is the only international airport in Bhutan and has very convenient transportation.
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Precautions:
The latitude, altitude and temperature of Bhutan can be compared to Lijiang, Yunnan. The climate is mild all year round, with a large temperature difference between morning and evening. It is recommended to wear multiple layers of clothing when traveling, so that it is easy to put on and take off when the temperature is high at noon, and try to avoid wearing pullovers. In winter, bring a down jacket or thick fleece, and wear a slightly thicker T-shirt at noon. In summer, you can wear a long-sleeved shirt or a light jacket over short-sleeved shirts. July and August are the rainy season in Bhutan. Sometimes it rains heavily for several days in a row, but usually there is light rain in the morning and evening, and there are still sunny weather. It also snows in January and February.
Travel Tips
travelling guideline:
Entry and Exit: Bhutan and China have not established diplomatic relations, so it is impossible to apply for a visa through the embassy. Moreover, the Bhutanese government stipulates that tourist visas for Bhutan must be applied for through a Bhutanese travel agency. Even if you sign up for a tour in China, the final visa application is still completed by the Bhutanese travel agency in Thimphu. After contacting the Bhutan travel agency, confirming the itinerary and making full payment, the Bhutan travel agency can start applying for a visa. The Bhutanese travel agency handles the Bhutanese visa. Tourists only need to provide a color scan of the passport information page to the travel agency. The visa fee is USD 20 per person. When the travel agency gets the visa, it will send a scanned copy to the tourist, so be sure to print it out and carry it with you. When you arrive at Paro Airport by plane, you need to show a copy of your visa when clearing customs. The customs will formally issue a visa on the tourist's passport based on the copy.
Festivals: There are many Buddhist festivals in Bhutan every year, all according to the Tibetan calendar (usually in February, March, September, October and November of the Tibetan calendar). In addition to traditional Buddhist dance and mask dance performances, there are also traditional song and dance performances by people from all over Bhutan. This is an opportunity to learn about the life of the Bhutanese people and also a good opportunity to take portraits. If you are interested in participating, it is best to check with your travel agent in advance about festival times.
Best time to visit:
The best time is from March to May, which is spring in Bhutan, when peach blossoms and alpine rhododendrons are in full bloom all over the mountains and plains. Or September to November, especially October to November, is the autumn in Bhutan, with high skies and clear clouds and bright sunshine.
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