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How do you feel about visiting an extraordinary place where the rice served on the table is red; men wear tunics to work; plastic bags and tobacco are forbidden; and the national costume is worn not just by the representative to the Miss Universe pageant – but all the locals in the country? This is just a preview of what is perhaps the most interesting travel experience that you will get to have as you visit the stunning sites of ancient Bhutan.
Also called the “Land of the Thunder Dragon”, Bhutan is a small country in South Asia. It is nestled between the Tibet Autonomous Region of India and China, right in the Himalayas mountain range.
Nature lovers and history buffs would have a blast exploring Bhutan, with its stunning landscape and a strong sense of culture. It is the only Vajranaya Buddhist nation in the world, earning it the nickname “The Last Shangrila” because of the way that the locals preserved their ancient way of living.
If you want to have that feeling of being cut off from the rest of the world, Bhutan should definitely be on top of your must-visit places.
The way that the tourism industry in the Kingdom of Bhutan works is one of the most unique in the world. As a visitor to their country, you need to pay US$200 for each day. The rates may be quite expensive, but it is all-inclusive. There’s no obligation for you to travel in a group, and you can arrange your own itinerary.
Perhaps one of the best ways to describe how the ancient and modern blend together in Bhutan is when you have a glimpse of a scenario wherein monks dressed in traditional garb are typing away Buddhist texts into their laptop computers. You will also not be lacking for places to visit and things to do when exploring ancient Bhutan.
First off, you can check out the Bumthang Dzongkhag, which is a traditional Tibetan-culture community. Second, you can trek though the breathtaking flora and fauna of the Phobjika Valley. Those who would like to explore a bit more about modern-town living in the country should venture out to Eastern Bhutan.
Another can’t-miss-site is the Tiger’s Nest or Taktsan Monastery in Paro. When you go online to search for tourism pictures in Bhutan, this is one of the most visually stunning sites that you will ever come across. Getting there involves a three hour hike so that you can go through the 600-meter-above-sea-level Paro Valley where the monastery is built.
A beautiful fortress called Punakha Dzong can be seen in Punakha, between the Pho Chu and Mo Chu rivers. There’s also the whitewashed walls of Chorten Kora in Trashi Yangtse; the Druk Wangyal Chorten in Dochula; and the Trongsa Dzong in Trongsa which is the seat for the Kings of Bhutan.
Indeed, Bhutan is a gem of a country where ancient secrets are aplenty – so every cent that you’ll spend during your stay there will definitely be worth it.
Introducing the Land of the Thunder Dragon
Also called the “Land of the Thunder Dragon”, Bhutan is a small country in South Asia. It is nestled between the Tibet Autonomous Region of India and China, right in the Himalayas mountain range.
Nature lovers and history buffs would have a blast exploring Bhutan, with its stunning landscape and a strong sense of culture. It is the only Vajranaya Buddhist nation in the world, earning it the nickname “The Last Shangrila” because of the way that the locals preserved their ancient way of living.
If you want to have that feeling of being cut off from the rest of the world, Bhutan should definitely be on top of your must-visit places.
Highlights when Exploring Ancient Bhutan
The way that the tourism industry in the Kingdom of Bhutan works is one of the most unique in the world. As a visitor to their country, you need to pay US$200 for each day. The rates may be quite expensive, but it is all-inclusive. There’s no obligation for you to travel in a group, and you can arrange your own itinerary.
Perhaps one of the best ways to describe how the ancient and modern blend together in Bhutan is when you have a glimpse of a scenario wherein monks dressed in traditional garb are typing away Buddhist texts into their laptop computers. You will also not be lacking for places to visit and things to do when exploring ancient Bhutan.
First off, you can check out the Bumthang Dzongkhag, which is a traditional Tibetan-culture community. Second, you can trek though the breathtaking flora and fauna of the Phobjika Valley. Those who would like to explore a bit more about modern-town living in the country should venture out to Eastern Bhutan.
Another can’t-miss-site is the Tiger’s Nest or Taktsan Monastery in Paro. When you go online to search for tourism pictures in Bhutan, this is one of the most visually stunning sites that you will ever come across. Getting there involves a three hour hike so that you can go through the 600-meter-above-sea-level Paro Valley where the monastery is built.
A beautiful fortress called Punakha Dzong can be seen in Punakha, between the Pho Chu and Mo Chu rivers. There’s also the whitewashed walls of Chorten Kora in Trashi Yangtse; the Druk Wangyal Chorten in Dochula; and the Trongsa Dzong in Trongsa which is the seat for the Kings of Bhutan.
Indeed, Bhutan is a gem of a country where ancient secrets are aplenty – so every cent that you’ll spend during your stay there will definitely be worth it.