Paro Traveler Essentials
- Safety rating
- 8.9/10
- Best time to visit
- Spring and autumn offer the clearest mountain views and the best conditions for the Tiger's Nest hike.
- Population
- 0.0M
Overview
Paro is a picturesque valley town home to Bhutan's only international airport and the iconic Tiger's Nest monastery clinging to a cliffside. Rice paddies, traditional farmhouses, and ancient dzongs fill the broad green valley. It is the classic starting point for journeys into the kingdom.
Getting around
Tour vehicles and taxis link sights across the valley, and the town center is easily walked.
Local etiquette
Cover shoulders and knees at religious sites, ask before photographing inside temples, and treat monks and elders with deference.
Safety
Paro is extremely safe, with the principal concerns being high-altitude hiking and steep mountain trails.