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Updated on July 14, 2022
Welcome to Bhutan
More than half of its territory is located in more than 3,000 meters above sea level, Bhutan is a small high land country. The mystery of long-term isolation and the ancient Buddhist culture make it an immortal legend. Although it is separated from Tibet by the Himalayas, it is regarded as "a place more authentic than Tibet".
It is called the "Last Shangri-La", and is located in the traditional Bhutanese cabins in the snow-capped mountains. Temples and castles with a long history are dotted with prayer flags that flutter in the wind, lamas chanting in the deep, and the long-sounding butter lamp exudes an ancient flavor, making it even more mysterious.
Happy People
Bhutan is a country infiltrated by religion and belief.
About its people, happiness is always permeated. On the streets of Bhutan, you can’t find McDonald’s and Starbucks. Although the country with a per capita GDP of less than US$2,000, they use “Gross National Happiness” as the standard for national development and become the magic country that ranks eighth in the World Happiness Index.
Bhutan is a conservative country. Girls wear long skirts; Bhutan is a nationwide ban on smoking.
Best Places to Visit in Bhutan
- 1 Taktsang Monastery Best known for Tiger’s Nest
- 2 Paro Famous for the Paro Valley
- 3 Thimphu The capital and largest city in the kingdom
- 4 Buddha Dordenma Statue One of the largest Buddha rupas in the world
- 5 Rinpung Dzong One of the most famous temples in Bhutan
- 6 Chele La Pass The highest pass accessible by vehicle in Bhutan
- 7 Punakha Dzong The second oldest Buddhist dzong in the kingdom
- 8 Phobjikha Valley The home of the famous Gangteng Monastery
- 9 Chomolhari Possible the second highest mountain in Bhutan
- 10 Jigme Dorji National Park The largest national parks for rare wildlife
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Can I explore Bhutan by myself?
Not for now.
Bhutan tourism does not have the concept of free travel and must be arranged through a travel agency. As early as the 1970s, the Bhutanese government set a high travel cost standard in order to prevent hippies entering Bhutan from the southern foot of the Himalayas.
200 US dollars per day in low season and 250 US dollars per day in peak season. If you travel with less than 3 people, the extra fees will be charged. And if you want to stay in a better hotel, you also need to pay more.
It is worth to visit Bhutan?
If only from a cultural perspective, Bhutan is indeed worth a visit.
If you are thinking of beautiful landscapes, clean and well-equipped accommodation, Bhutan is possible not an ideal destinations. Although many medias and travel agencies are promoting how nice this place is, it is not a destination that suitable for every one.
