PARO DZONGKHAG

Paro is a perfect entry to the other land, the land of the fairy tales. Paro at 2280m lies in the western Bhutan, one and a half hours drive from the capital Thimphu. The temperature ranges from -6 degrees in winter and 27 degrees in summer. Historically, Paro is believed to be one of the first valleys to have received the imprint of Buddhism. Kyichu Lhakhang, the 7th century temple bear witness to the glorious introduction of the religion in the country. The King Songtsen Goempo of Tibet built Kyichu in Paro and Jampa Lhakhang in Bumthang as a missionary project.The ancient Paro valley has kept its bucolic nature in spite of the airport and the existence of the development project.

Important Historical Places in Paro (BHUTAN) 1.Paro Dzong & its background 2.Nyame Zam: a bridge over a river with no fish 3.Ugyen Pelri Palace Where a bond of friendship between... 4.Taa Dzong: a watch Tower 5.Dungtse Lhakhang: a temple in a form of stupa 6.Kyichu Lhakhang: a secret pilgrimage site 7.Drongja Gonpa: crematorium site of Dilgo Khentse..... 8. Taktsang Goenpa:The Tiger’s Den. 9. Drugyel Dzong: a fortress of the Victorious Drukpas. 10.Drugyel Higher Secondary School. 11.Paro to Thimphu: a way to the capital of Bhutan. BACK TO PREVIOUS PAGE