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.
Hiking the Tiger’s Nest trek in Bhutan is a must-have experience for anyone that travels to the mysterious little landlocked country. In fact, for most people, the Tiger’s Nest (also known by its official name as Paro Taksang) is the main raison d’etre that they decided that they want to visit Bhutan in the first … Read more
Drukpa Kunley, the Divine Madman of Bhutan, is one of the most notorious and outrageous figures in the Bhutanese Buddhist religion. But who was he and why is he so locally revered? Drukpa Kunley: The Divine Madman of Bhutan Bhutan is a land where myths and magic are intertwined with the country’s history. Stories of … Read more
Solo Female Travel in Bhutan is far from common. However, venturing alone to one of the most mysterious countries on earth, discovering its natural and cultural wonders, and interacting with friendly locals, is a travel experience that you will remember for a lifetime. Charming Bhutan is one of the least visited countries in the world. … Read more
A 7 Day Bhutan itinerary is the perfect amount of time to spend in the mysterious Dragon Kingdom during your first visit. During this time, you can get an initial feel for the country’s culture and see most of the main attractions and cities. Nestled deep within the high Himalayas, Bhutan is one of the … Read more
There are several reasons why you should visit Bhutan. This tiny landlocked country sits in the heart of the Himalayas, bordered by India and China. Bhutan sees only around 71,807 international travellers each year, making it one of the least visited countries in the world. If you like venturing well off the beaten path and … Read more
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