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Reasons To
Visit Bhutan

  • Buddhism

    Buddhism is ingrained into Bhutan's landscape and daily life, with prayer flags, prayer wheels and white chortens. A basic understanding of Buddhism really does add to the experience of travelling through Bhutan, and helps one to really appreciate the complex visual tapestries that are found throughout the country.

    Buddhism
  • Dzongs

    Bhutan's dzongs are the most striking architectural feature of the country; large white washed forts with battered walls (inward sloping to appear larger than they actually are). They are the administrative and religious centres of authority in each region. Two of Bhutan's best known dzongs can be found at Punakha and Trongsa.

    Dzongs
  • Festivals

    Festivals or 'tsechus' are a major part of Bhutanese life and offer a unique cultural insight into this Himalayan Kingdom. They are colourful affairs with lots of masked dancing and bright costumes offering wonderful photo opportunities. During the larger festivals Bhutan is very popular with tourists and some of its charm can be lost, so visiting the smaller festivals is advisable.

    Festivals
  • Gross National Happiness

    Gross National Happiness is a truly unique and very Bhutanese idea. It is a more holistic approach to development and is drawn from the Buddhist belief that the ultimate purpose of life is inner happiness. It has been used to measure Bhutan's development since 1972 when the fourth king proposed the idea.

    Gross National Happiness
  • Off the beaten track

    Bhutan only has a fraction of visitors compared to most countries, with only a limited number of flights in and out of one airport. Visiting Bhutan you are able to experience a way of life that in the rural areas has largely remained unchanged for centuries. You may wish to visit a local farm or even stay in a simple traditional Bhutanese home.

    Off the beaten track
  • Unspoilt landscapes

    Travelling through Bhutan it is easy to take the picturesque valleys for granted, but as soon as you leave you realise just how unspoilt Bhutan is. Although Thimpu, the capital, has expanded, the towns are very small - over each pass you descend into another beautiful and unspoilt landscape.

    Unspoilt landscapes
  • Walking

    One of the best ways to explore Bhutan is by foot. There are numerous day walks that can be arranged and for those who want to trek we specialise in offering short two or three night treks.

    Walking

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  • Bumthang
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    • Jakar is the main town in a collection of 4 valleys known collectively as Bumthang. It is a great base for easy day trekking to nearby monasteries where you can enjoy stunning scenery and peaceful, rural villages.
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    • Paro is a picturesque town with an impressive dzong and interesting national museum. Nearby is Bhutan's most famous site, Taktshang, or Tiger's Nest Monastery.
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    • Phobjikha Valley
    • Phobjikha is a glacial valley on the western slopes of the Black Mountains. The valley is a designated conservation area and plays host to a flock of endangered black-necked cranes, which migrate here from Tibet each winter.
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    • Punakha, in central Bhutan, is home to the country's most idyllic dzong, situated at the confluence of two rivers. Breathtaking from outside and rewarding inside with rich wall paintings and friendly local monks.
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    • Tashigang is a small town located deep in eastern Bhutan. It is renowned for its relaxed and friendly atmosphere. The proximity to a major route into India has allowed the town to become one of the more commercially active Bhutanese towns.
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    • Thimpu
    • Bhutan's capital and largest town, Thimpu boasts an atmosphere that is relaxing and friendly. By wandering around the streets, you can begin to appreciate the Bhutanese way of life.
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    • Strategically located above a gorge with views of the Black Mountains, Trongsa dates back to the 16th century. The dzong is one of Bhutan's best.
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    • A large village, Wangdiphodrang is home to many traditional Bhutanese houses and has a unique, ramshackle feel to it. The dzong here dominates the town which overlooks the confluence of two rivers.
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Visit a traditional village with an almost medieval atmosphere

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A great base for easy day trekking to nearby monasteries

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Nearby is Bhutan's most famous site: Tiger's Nest Monastery

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{826FD353-C7A0-490F-98DB-32BF012CE339}Phobjikha Valley

The area plays host to a flock of endangered black-necked cranes

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The capital city as well as the largest town

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{2FD31CF5-7072-4D1E-8B24-8892FC2C6865}Trongsa

The dzong (medieval-type fortresses) is one of Bhutan's best

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