Religion is inextricably woven into the daily life of Paro’s residents, with Vajrayana Buddhism being the dominant faith.
* **Monastic Presence:** Rinpung Dzong houses a large monastic body for part of the year. Monks in maroon robes are a constant, peaceful presence in the town. * **Sacred Sites:** Beyond Taktsang and Kyichu Lhakhang, the valley is dotted with smaller shrines, chortens (stupas), and prayer wheels. * **Spiritual Retreats:** The high mountains surrounding Paro contain numerous meditation caves and remote hermitages where practitioners spend months or years in solitary retreat.