The mysterious Buddhist nation of Bhutan is one of the least-visited countries in the world. Less than 30,000 tourists travel to the tiny Himalayan nation each year. Nestled between India and Nepal, Bhutan is one of the most culturally unique places in the world.
Here, happiness is measured over GDP, and the little nation is the only country in the world that is not only carbon-neutral but carbon negative. Known as the “Dragon Kingdom”, this is a land of magic and legends. Renowned for the picturesque clifftop Tiger’s Nest Monastery, and eccentric Buddhist monks who fought off enemies with their genitalia, mysterious Bhutan provides a travel experience like no other.
Bhutanese food is as much of a highlight of travelling to the mysterious Dragon Kingdom as the seeing of the sights. Internationally, few people know anything about Bhutanese cuisine. Food in Bhutan is influenced by Tibetan, Chinese, Nepalese, and Indian food cultures. So, if you have travelled to any of these nations, you may have … Read more
Places to visit in Thimphu Bhutan are plentiful. This is the capital of the mysterious Dragon Kingdom and is the starting point for most people’s adventures in the country. Thimphu, Bhutan Charming Thimphu is the capital of Bhutan. It is situated in the western part of the country, in the Himalaya Mountains on the Raidak … Read more
Travel to Bhutan is shrouded in magic and mystery. The little Himalayan nation is one of the least-visited countries in the world. Today, it is estimated that less than 30,000 visit little Bhutan each year. Up until the 1960s, Bhutan was a completely closed country. Bhutan is known as “Druk”, or “the Dragon Kingdom – … Read more
Establishing what to wear in Bhutan can be overwhelming. How cold does it get? Is it conservative? What kind of things do I need for hiking? When I tried to search online for advice and inspiration on what to pack for my trip, I found all of the information to be rather vague and generic … Read more
Bhutan is a land where myths and magic are intertwined with the country’s history. Stories of dragons, garudas, and enchanted spirits are not considered as legends or fables in Bhutan, but of true historical facts. One of the most notable and interesting figures in Bhutanese history is no doubt Drukpa Kunley – a monk affectionately … Read more
This 7 Day Bhutan itinerary provides the perfect introduction to the mysterious Dragon Kingdom. Nestled deep within the high Himalayas, Bhutan is one of the least visited countries in the world. With its mesmerising masked dance festivals (tshechus), its breathtaking nature and its many spiritual sites it’s easy to fall in love with Bhutan. In … Read more