The Kingdom of Bhutan is known all over the world for its untouched natural beauty, Buddhist monasteries and many other magnificent objects. This country really has something to be proud of and to interest any tourist. In this article we will talk about the most striking landmarks of Bhutan and about what every guest of the country must necessarily look at.
Monasteries and temples
Bhutan has a large number of monasteries - dzongs and temples. These places were created in different epochs and bear different meanings. But in principle, at the moment, almost all are monasteries that teach Buddhism. The temples themselves are a magnificent creation of architecture. Their snow-white walls, decorated with national symbols and frescoes - a real masterpiece of art. They are located in hard-to-reach places, mainly on hills or mountains. The scenery of the terrain gives the monasteries charm, poetry and thus raptures for many travelers. The top ten largest and most important religious temples of Bhutan are: Taktsang-lakhang , Trongsa-dzong , Tashicho-dzong , Kichu-lakhang , Dechen Podrang , Gangtei Gompa and Chagri Gompa .
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Architectural complexes
There are several places in Bhutan where you can get acquainted with the great creations that convey the traditional style of architecture. All such complexes and structures are more than two hundred years old, therefore they represent the historical value of the country. Excursions around them inspire and enrich. It is difficult to imagine a tour of Bhutan, which would not include at least one of these objects:
- Punakha-dzong ;
- fortress-monastery Rinpung-dzong ;
- Simtokha-dzong ;
- Monument of the Buddha Dorden .
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Museums and exhibitions
There are relatively few museums in Bhutan. All that you find on the territory of the kingdom, store in itself a collection of artifacts and tools of past centuries. Museums hold interesting excursions that reveal secrets and facts from the history of the country. Visit them will be interesting for adults and children, so in the list of "mast-si" in Bhutan necessarily include the Bhutan National Library , the National Museum of Bhutan and the Bhutan Textile Museum .
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Natural treasures
Butane became famous all over the world for its amazing, stunning nature. In the Kingdom there are four reserves, untouched by the human hand. They are located near the Himalayan mountains or on their slopes. Magnificent landscapes, familiarity with representatives of the animal world - this is exactly what you like in the parks and adults and children. Therefore, the list of the main attractions of Bhutan includes:
- the Motitang Takin Nature Reserve ;
- Thrumching National Park ;
- Manas National Park ;
- Jigme Dorji National Park .
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