Holidays in Bhutan

Bhutan

Bhutan often referred to as ‘land of the thunder dragon’ or ‘the last Shangri La’ on earth, is situated in the lap of Eastern Himalayas between India and the People's Republic of China. Covering an area of 18000 sq miles, the tiny Himalayan Kingdom is one of the most isolated nations in the world. Spectacular mountain terrain, varied flora and fauna, ancient Bhutan Buddhist monasteries, and the magnificent landscape of Bhutan have made it an exemplar tourist destination. Bhutan is bestowed with rich bio-diversity harbouring around 300 medicinal herbs and 165 endangered species. Each part of Bhutan has its own historical, geographical, cultural, traditional and religious significance. With its beautiful and largely unspoiled Himalayan setting, its rich flora and fauna and its vibrant Buddhist culture, Bhutan really is an idyllic place to visit.

The Kingdom of Bhutan "DRUK YUL (Land of the Dragon), sandwiched in the Himalayas between India and Tibet. It is approximately the size of Switzerland but sparsely populated.

The mountains are magnificent, the forest is dense, the people are delightful, the air is pure, the architecture is imposing, and Culture is exciting and so on….  Dzongs, monasteries and houses with architectures found nowhere else in the world. Every local people wear beautifully hand-made Khos and Kiras dresses.  Bhutan is the only country in the world devoted to the Tantric form of MAHAYANA BUDDHISM with red-robed lamas seen all over the country.

Visitors enter Bhutan by overland or by air. Best time to visit: March-May and September - November.