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Visions of Bhutan

Originally published 23 June 2009

Bhutan is a fascinating country with a unique culture and people, as well as stunning scenery which can all be seen in our 'Visions of Bhutan' slideshow.
Explore Bhutan's majestic and mountainous scenery.

Explore Bhutan's majestic and mountainous scenery.

Bhutan is a fascinating country with a unique culture and people due to its self-imposed isolation from the modern world.

The traditional way of life, inseparable from a deep-rooted belief in Buddhism, continues virtually unchanged to this day and the country is one of the most biologically diverse countries in the world and a leader in environmental conservation.

The following images provide a small taste of Bhutan.

Archery (Dha) is Bhutan’s national sport and competitions are regularly held in most villages.
Archery (Dha) is Bhutan’s national sport and competitions are regularly held in most villages.
A boy monk next to butterlamps, Jakar. Over 30% of the population live in monasteries.
A boy monk next to butterlamps, Jakar. Over 30% of the population live in monasteries.
A child carrying bracken, Bumthang valley.
A child carrying bracken, Bumthang valley.
Chillies are widely eaten in Bhutan and the national dish 'emadaste' is simply dried chillies and soft cheese.
Chillies are widely eaten in Bhutan and the national dish 'emadaste' is simply dried chillies and soft cheese.
A Bhutanese farmer.
A Bhutanese farmer.
This local house in Paro is adorned with prayer flags. Bhutanese society is centred around Tantric Buddhism.
This local house in Paro is adorned with prayer flags. Bhutanese society is centred around Tantric Buddhism.
Monastery in Paro Dzong, Paro.
Monastery in Paro Dzong, Paro.
The Tiger's Nest Monastery.
The Tiger's Nest Monastery.
Spectacular views of the little visited Trashi Yangtse, in eastern Bhutan.
Spectacular views of the little visited Trashi Yangtse, in eastern Bhutan.
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