About Bhutan

Paro is the name of a district, valley, river and town in the Kingdom of Bhutan. It is one of the most historic valleys in Bhutan. Both traders and invading Tibetans came over the pass at the head of the valley, giving Paro a close cultural connection with Tibet.

Punakha served as the capital of Bhutan until 1955. As it is at a lower altitude ( 1300 meters above sea level), it is blessed with a temperate climate. Because of the two rivers Phochu and Mochu flowing through the Punakha valley, abundant crops and fruits grow here.