Bumthang directly translates as beautiful field and consists of the four mountain valleys of Ura, Chumey, Tang and Choekar. All of these valleys have for centuries been the religious heartland of Bhutan and therefore it is not surprising that many of the country’s oldest and most venerated temples are located there.
From its ancient monasteries and rock solid fortresses to taking a stroll down open countryside as horses graze in meadows against the mighty Mt. Gangkhar Puensum; Bumthang, for a long time, was a quiet town caught in a happy time wrap. Now, with its pulse still finely tuned to tradition and culture, the breathtaking valley is finally making a transition to modernity with all the elements of its rich past very much intact. Here are 15 places for you to visit if you do find yourself in the most historic and sacred district of Bhutan.
