Bhutan Travel

Set in pristine Himalayan mountains, Bhutan is often called the last Shangri-La, a land where Gross National Happiness matters more than income. Once closed to outsiders, the kingdom now welcomes visitors and new technologies as long as they serve and respect the ancient way of life and Himalayan tradition. Every aspect of Bhutanese life is steeped in the Buddhist culture which spread from Tibet over 1200 years ago.

Bhutan’s Monasteries and Temples

Bhutan’s most striking landmarks are fortified monasteries, or dzongs, used as administrative and religious quarters. Guarding the valleys for centuries in strategic locations, they have whitewashed walls and gilded roofs and contain temples full of colourful paintings and statues. Most houses have a Buddhist shrine, carved eaves and frames and lucky signs painted on outside walls. Tourist hotels follow the tradition.

Traditional Buddhist Festivals and National Sport in Bhutan

Buddhist festivals are held in the dzongs. Best known are the colourful tsechus where crowds dressed in their finest traditional clothes come from afar to watch dancing monks and medieval-style jesters. Fun and prayers go on for several days. Archery, Bhutan’s national sport, is often on the programme, with victory dances and poetry reading.

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