On the last day, I spent some time walking around Paro, exploring its quiet streets, traditional buildings, local shops, and everyday life. 1271
Bhutan National Museum, Paro, Bhutan
The National Museum of Bhutan, housed in the historic Ta Dzong above Paro, showcases Bhutan’s rich history, culture, art, and religious traditions. 1270
Punakha Dzong and Suspension Bridge, Paro Rinpung Dzong and Ta Dzong, Bhutan
From Punakha, I continued my private guided tour of Bhutan with my guide and driver. 1269
Buddha Dordenma in Thimphu, Dochula Pass, Chimi Lhakhang in Punakha, Bhutan
After Nepal, I began a four-day guided tour of Bhutan. 1268
Food in Nepal
Some of the food I enjoyed during my travels in Nepal. 1267
Bhaktapur Durbar Square and Changu Narayan Temple, Bhaktapur, Nepal
Bhaktapur Durbar Square is a historic royal plaza filled with traditional Newari temples and palaces, while nearby Changu Narayan Temple is one of Nepal’s oldest Hindu temples. 1266
Kathmandu Pashupatinath Temple and Buddha Stupa, Kathmandu, Nepal
Pashupatinath Temple is Kathmandu’s most sacred Hindu temple complex, while nearby Boudhanath Stupa is one of Nepal’s largest and most important Buddhist monuments. 1265
Durbar Square and Market Area in Patan, Lalitpur, Nepal
Patan Durbar Square is the historic royal center of the former Kingdom of Patan, surrounded by magnificent Newari temples and the lively streets and markets of the old city. 1264
Swayambhu Mahachaitya, Kathmandu, Nepal
Swayambhu Mahachaitya, or the Monkey Temple, is an ancient Buddhist stupa overlooking Kathmandu, famous for its Buddha eyes, prayer flags, and monkeys. 1263