A stunning setting nestling in the cliffs above Paro valley, walk all the way up (an hour or so each way) and try to arrange on a day when you're allowed into the monastery (leave hats and camera at the gate) and be offered holy water and maybe butter tea.
The decorated timber, prayer wheels, carvings, and holy figures are rich but simple. Tea house on return half way down.
5k beyond Paro heading north
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