Bhutan the last remaining Himalayan Kingdom is one of the most exclusive destinations in the world, perhaps the last place on earth that has withstood the far reaching outside influences by maintaining a delicate balance of its natural environment, its ancient customs and culture with the modern-day world. It is a unique place where “Gross National Happiness” takes priority over the Gross National Product. The citizens of Bhutan are expected to wear their national dress for all occasions, where buying cigarettes is illegal and the entire dish consists of hot chilli peppers.
Bhutan tour started only in 1974to coincide with the coronation of the fourth king. Since then the number of visitors has steadily increased each year. Druk Air is the national air carrier of Bhutan and all flights to Bhutan arrive in Bhutan Paro which has the country’s only international airport. Only other airline offering flights to Bhutan is Buddha airline from Kathmandu, Nepal. Besides Bhutan Paro, tourist can also enter by land at border check points in the south.
Annual festivals known as “Tsechu” takes place at various time of the year celebrated in monasteries, Dzongs and villages throughout the Kingdom, preserving the unique culture, customs and beliefs as exemplified by the sacred masked dances performed during the festivals. Good time for tours to Bhutan is in spring and fall seasons when the climate is at its best and the weather condition is ideal. Many of the Bhutan tours coincide with the most popular festivals.
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