Home > Destination > Bhutan > Paro

Paro

The gateway to Bhutan

With Bhutan’s only international airport, Paro is a first stopover for most tourists. The streets of the city are lined with charmingly decorated houses, restaurants and shops depicting the traditional architecture of Bhutan. Paro is steeped in history and mythology, with numerous temples and monasteries in the vicinity, the most popular one being the Rinpung Dzong – a fortress-monastery overlooking the Paro valley. Keep a ear out for the colourful legends of every place, and soak in the charm and mysticism of this ancient town.

Image credits: Aditya Karnad CC-BY

Related Destinations

Places of interest to weave into your itinerary

Bumthang

Wintering grounds for the black-necked cranes

Beyond India

Bhutan
Punakha

A former capital attracting tourists & pilgrims alike

Beyond India

Bhutan
Thimphu

Bhutan's capital at the crossroad of time

Beyond India

Bhutan
Phobjikha

One of Bhutan's most important wildlife reserves

Beyond India

Bhutan

Your Journey Awaits...

Share your details below and we’ll be in touch!

Travel Scope Blogs

When the Rains Arrive, So Do the Gods: India’s Untold Festive Arc

When the Rains Arrive, So Do the Gods: India’s Untold Festive Arc

Newsletter Archives

Cover

Celebrating 25 Years of Immersive Travel

215, Qutab Plaza, DLF Phase 1, Gurugram, Haryana - 122002, India
contact@travelscopeindia.com
+91 124 499 9499

Quick Links

Follow us

COPYRIGHT © TRAVEL SCOPE 2025

digital impressions