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Bhutan, often referred to as the "Land of the Thunder Dragon," offers a unique and enchanting travel experience. Nestled in the Eastern Himalayas, Bhutan is renowned for its stunning natural landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and commitment to preserving its environment and traditions. Visitors can explore ancient monasteries, vibrant festivals, and breathtaking valleys, all while experiencing the country's philosophy of Gross National Happiness. Whether trekking through pristine forests, visiting the iconic Tiger's Nest Monastery, or engaging with the warm and hospitable Bhutanese people, travelers will find a tranquil and spiritually enriching adventure in Bhutan.

Facts for the Traveler

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Bhutan Attractions

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Thimphu

Thimphu lies in a beautiful, wooded valley, sprawling up a hillside on the bank of the Thimphu Chhu river, and it is the only world capital without traffic lights. Despite recent development, Thimphu retains its charming, medieval feel thanks to its brightly painted, elaborately decorated facades.

Bumthang

It sounds like a blues bar in America's deep south, but Bumthang is the spiritual heartland of Bhutan and home to its most ancient and precious Buddhist sites. Bumthang encompasses four major valleys; the main one, Choskhor, is home to the most important dzongs, temples and palaces.

Paro

If you come to Bhutan by air, you'll probably land in Paro. Western Bhutan is the heartland of the Drukpa people and you will be confronted with the largest, oldest and most spectacular dzongs in the kingdom and you will immediately realise you are well off the beaten track of world tourism.
Gangtey Goemba Monastery in Phobjikha Valley Bhutan

Phobjika Valley

Phobjika is a glacial valley on the western slopes of the Black Mountains. It borders the Black Mountains National Park which is one of the most important wildlife preserves in the country because of the large flock of rare, endangered black-necked cranes that winter there.
As a solemn aniversary, a bell in the turtle-shaped Fukusai-ji, a Zen temple, tolls at 11:02am daily, the time of the explosion. One of the world's biggest Foucault pendulums (a device which demonstrates the rotation of the earth) hangs inside the temple.

Laya

Laya, in the far northwest of Bhutan, is one of the kingdom's highest villages at 3700m (12,136ft), under the peak of the Tsenda Gang. A group known as Layap, comprising about 800 people with their own language, customs and dress, lives here. The village women in particular strike dashing figures

Sakteng Wildlife Sanctuary

This 650 sq km (253 sq mi) sanctuary, in the easternmost part of the kingdom, is unique as the only reserve in the world created specifically to protect the habitat of the yeti, known in Bhutan as the migoi (strong man).

Trashigang

The pretty, lively town of Trashigang is a good jumping-off point to visit the kingdom's wild east. Few travellers make it here but, as long as you're happy to leave behind the relative comforts of Thimphu and Paro, exploring this neck of the woods can have its rewards.

Tour Packages

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5 Days Bhutan Package
4 Nights / 5 Days
Paro – Thimphu – Paro
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