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You must make a trip here
to come across with experiences that excite, romanticize and chill
at the same time.
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Bhutan Tourism
Cuddled
up between Tibet and India, Bhutan is a country which exhibits nature in
its grandest form. The pristine environs, lush valleys, unending chain of
mountains, peaceful culture, friendly people and unique architecture of
Bhutan make it an abode for those in search of tranquillity. Bhutan is
still an uncharted destination as not many tourists venture into this
country which is small in size yet huge in its cultural heritage. Embark
upon an exciting journey to Bhutan and take home the memories of an
unforgettable experience.
Tourism Destinations in Bhutan
Apart from experiencing the breathtaking beauty and the serenity of the
place, there is much to do for the tourists in Bhutan. A unique feature is
that there is not even a single traffic light in the entire country. Some
of the main tourist spots in Bhutan are:
Thimpu
Thimpu is the capital and the most populated city in the country. There
is a lot to see here including museums, monasteries, temples, restaurants,
handicraft shops, zoo etc. You could visit the Textile museum where you
would see a display of the traditional Bhutanese clothes or the folk
heritage museum which shows a glimpse of the daily routine in a
traditional Bhutanese home. At the weekend market, you could get a taste
of some of the finest local cuisines as well as buy some souvenirs to take
home.
Punakha
Punakha, the former capital of Bhutan is situated at a three hours drive
from Thimpu. The main attraction in Punakha is the Punakha Dzong which was
built in the year 1637. Punakha acts as a winter home for the monks who
come here from Thimpu every year in the winters.
Trongsa
Trongsa is located in the middle of Bhutan and has served as home to the
first and second kings of Bhutan. The place is known for its breathtaking
sceneries and the Trongsa Dzong which is the largest Dzong in the country
and can be seen from a large distance. Trongsa is also known for its
traditional handmade bamboo baskets, wooden bowls and bamboo hats which
are worn by the farmers.
Other places of tourist interest in Bhutan are Paro, Wanduephodrang,
Bumthang and some of the places like Mongar, Lhuntse, Trashigang, Gom Kora
and Tashiyangtse in Eastern Bhutan.
Culture of Bhutan
The population of Bhutan is about 700,00 which comprises of three
cultural groups, the Sharchops whose roots link them to the tribes of
Burma and northeast India, the Ngalops believed to be the founders of
Buddhism in Bhutan and the Lhotsampas who are of Nepali origin. Farming is
the main occupation of the state and the infrastructure is not very well
developed. The official language of the country is Dzongkha which has
evolved from Tibetan.
Though each region has retained its own dialect, many people understand
English as it is the medium of instruction in schools. The Bhutanese men
wear a knee-length robe tied round the waist called a gho whereas the
women are dressed in an ankle length dress and a short jacket known as
kira.
The structures bulit by the Bhutanese people are unique and have
traditional meanings attached to them. Some of the traditional Bhutanese
structures are Dzongs(fortresses), Gompas(monasteries), Chartans and
Lakhangs.
Climate in Bhutan
The beauty of Bhutan is at its extreme best during the spring season.
Summers in Bhutan are warm and rainfall is frequent while it gets cold in
the winter. The capital Thimpu receives frequent snowfall in winter and
the temperature ranges from 0 degree Celsius in the month of January to
about 25 degrees Celsius in the month of July. During the autumn season,
the skies remain clear presenting a beautiful view of the Himalayan
mountain ranges. It is also a perfect time for trekking. The best time to
visit Bhutan is from March to May and September to November.
How to Reach Bhutan?
By Air : The only airport in the country is at Paro
which connects Bhutan to the rest of the world. Regular flights are
available from Paro to Delhi and Kolkata.
By Road : The main roads are well maintained which
connect all the main towns of the country from the west to the east. The
only point of entry into Bhutan by road is the border town of
Phuentsholing, which borders West Bengal in India.
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