Walk around monasteries, stupas and fascinating ancient architecture you cannot find anywhere but in this Land of Happiness. This uniqueness will transform you into a responsible trekker, as you will fall in love with the fresh air and the beauty of the high Himalayas and Mother Nature at her best in Bhutan. The best bits…
Zhemgang lies in the south-central part of Bhutan. It is one of Bhutan’s least discovered districts and a destination that is truly a “off the beaten track”. The temperature is moderately cool, which makes it a biodiversity hotspot that is home to as many as 22 endangered species, including the magical Golden Langur. Zhemgang is…
Eastern Bhutan has many dialects spoken and a very rich variation of customs subtly different from Western Bhutan. Discover the differences that enrich Bhutanese culture. Nested on a high plateau is the home of the impressive masked dance of the drums called the Dremitse Nga Cham. The dance is recognized as a UNESCO cultural heritage,…
Phobjikha’s charm lies in the beautiful and wide valley that is a winter home to the endangered Black-necked Cranes, believed to be sacred and a blessing for the valley, and showcases the co-existence of community and bird in perfect harmony. The Royal Society for Protection of Nature has adopted Phobjikha valley as a conservation area,…
Burn some calories and breath the therapeutic fresh air of Bhutan. Hike around Thimphu and Paro, and discover the wilderness and drink in the lovely Himalayan landscapes, dotted with colourful prayer flags and monasteries. Explore pristine nature at your own pace. The best bits on this walking excursion Take the trails listed at http://www.bhutan-trails.org/thimphu-hikes/maps/index.html First…
Savour the minimal yet potent delicacies of Bhutan. Bhutanese food is a direct reflection of a simple yet strenuous Himalayan lifestyle, wherein the bounty of tropical abundance was not available, and travel difficult in the old days. Most meals were basic, simple, endemic to regions, easy to cook and made with mostly local ingredients that…
Discover the hereditary beginnings of the Wangchuck dynasty (the monarchs of Bhutan). The central region used to be the centre of power for the first and second kings. Trongsa is proud to this day of its administrative history, and its Royal Heritage Museum holds much information on the royal lineage of the five visionary and…
Whenever you return home from a holiday, you look forward to another break, just to recover from the stress of travel. In Bhutan, you may arrive stressed, but you will leave feeling rejuvenated and relieved of modern day hassles. Bhutan is a sanctuary for those, who seek wellness treats, or want to try out meditational…
Apart from the landscape, the first thing noticeable about Bhutan are its unique houses, fortresses and monasteries; all built with an architectural module that evolved in the 16th century. Today, whether in a village or about town, structures, built of wood and stone masonry without a blueprint as such, will grab eyeballs. The best bits…
