It is always in your favor when you know some of the most-visited places or significant landmarks of the country you are visiting shortly. So, before entering into the dragon kingdom of Bhutan, here are some major attractions and the most considerable places that you need to know about. Cover these places along with your friends or your family on worthwhile tours in Bhutan. If not all, at least try to visit a handful of them – you will remain awestruck in the natural splendor and the architectural marvel of this tiny country nestled on the lap of the Himalayas.

• Rinpung Dzong – Enjoy the spiritual environment and the finest architecture
• The Folk Heritage Museum – Take a cultural tour of Bhutan under one roof
• Dochula Pass – Overlook the Himalayas on top of a mountain pass
• Chomolhari – Trek for a real high mountain adventure through scattered hamlets
• Tiger’s Nest (Taktshang Palphug monastery) – Hike up to the pride of Bhutan
• National Museum of Bhutan – Explore Bhutan’s cultural focal point
• Motithang Takin Preserve – Observe Bhutan’s wildlife
• Phobjikha Valley – Tour to one of Bhutan’s few glacial valleys
• Jambay Lhakhang Temple – Visit the temple with a colorful past and an equally colorful present
• Gangtey Monastery – Pay homage at the biggest Nyingmapa monastery in Bhutan
• Haa Valley – Travel to the magical place beyond mountains
• Tashichho Dzong – Wander around the office of the king of Bhutan
• Royal Textile Academy of Bhutan – Learn the art of yarn dyeing and traditional weaving
• Tower of Trongsa (Ta Dzong) – Look around at the country’s most fascinating museum that once used to be a watchtower.
• Punakha Suspension Bridge – Walk over one of Bhutan’s longest suspension bridges
• Samdrup Jongkhar – Buy bamboo and silk products in Bhutan’s oldest town
• Drukgyel Dzong – Take a stroll to the ruins of the fortress of victory
• Buddha Dordenma Statue – Marvel at the massive statue of Lord Buddha
• Zuri Dzong Fort – Enjoy the scenic views of the Paro Valley
• Tango Buddhist Institute – Lace up for spiritual awakening
• Talo Village – Visit one of the cleanest and pictorial villages in Punakha
• Chele La Pass – Savor the spectacular views of the Himalayan peaks
• Hidden Valleys of Bumthang – Discover the hidden natural beauty of Bhutan
• Simtokha Dzong – Explore the ‘Palace of the Profound Meaning of Secret Mantras’
• Norzin Lam Street – Shop till you drop at this famous shopping destination
• Jigme Dorji National Park – Enjoy wildlife in Bhutan’s second largest national park
• Dagala Thousand Lakes – Traverse on the iconic and surreal trekking trails
• Punakha Dzong – Visit the administrative center of Punakha
• Sakteng Wildlife Sanctuary – Visit the home to some of the rarest wildlife species like Red Panda and Himalayan Monal Pheasant
• National Institute for Zorig Chusum – Observe locals preserving local art works like woodwork, painting, embroidery, sculpting, carving, paper-making, etc
• Jungshi Handmade Paper Factory – Learn about paper-making techniques
• Choki Traditional Art School – Spend time for souvenir shopping
• Wangdue Phodrang – Observe the bamboo products, slate and stone carvings
• Main Street – Spend money in the wooden shopfronts and restaurants
• Royal Manas National Park – Explore the beautiful haven for wildlife lovers
• Namgay Artisanal Brewery – Take a tour and learn to brew many style beers
• Simply Bhutan – Study the diverse aspects of Bhutan
• Jangtsa Dumtseg Lhakhang Temple – Hear about the old folk stories
• Kyichu Lhakhang Temple – Visit the sacred Jewel of Bhutan
• Chimi Lhakhang Temple – Listen to the age-old stories of the fertility temple