Simply Bhutan
Thimphu, Bhutan Visit Simply Bhutan, an exclusive project under the Bhutan Youth Development Fund (YDF), built to offer a unique...
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- Apr 1, 2020
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Six Senses Bumthang
Bumthang, Bhutan The Six Senses opens its fifth property in spring 2020 with an eco-conscious lodge located deep inside a thick blue pine...
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- Mar 5, 2020
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Cheri Monastery Hike
Thimphu, Bhutan Embark on a 2 -3 hour hike to Cheri Monastery. The trail starts by crossing a lovely wooden bridge that spans the Wangchu...
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- Mar 3, 2020
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A True Cultural Experience
Gangtey, Bhutan Visit a local village in Gangtey, Bhutan where a special visit to the farmhouse of a local family will be arranged....
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- Mar 3, 2020
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Drukgyel Dzong
Paro, Bhutan Visit the picturesque ruins of the once massive Drukgyel Dzong, located at the head of the Paro Valley, with the sweeping...
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- Mar 3, 2020
- 1 min
Takin Preserve Center
Thimphu, Bhutan Visit the Takin Preserve Center. The Takin is the national animal of Bhutan, and looks like a cross between a cow and a...
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- Mar 3, 2020
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Textile & Folk Heritage Museums
Thimphu, Bhutan Visit the Textile and Folk Heritage Museums, these museums, both of which opened in 2001, provide fascinating insights...
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- Mar 3, 2020
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National Library
Thimphu, Bhutan Visit the National Library, which holds a vast collection of ancient Buddhist texts and manuscripts, some dating back...
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- Mar 3, 2020
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Tshewang Ceremony at Local Monastery
Thimphu, BHutan Enjoy a special Tshewang Ceremony at a local monastery. A traditional prayer ceremony held by a team of monks, Tshewang...
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- Mar 3, 2020
- 1 min
Kuenselphodrang (Buddha Point)
Thimphu, Bhutan Visit Kuenselphodrang, also known as Buddha Point. Here you may offer prayers to the largest Buddha statue in the country...
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- Mar 3, 2020
- 1 min
Trashichhoedzong
Thimphu, Bhutan Take in a stunning view of Trashichhoedzong. This impressive fortress/monastery houses the Secretariat building, the...
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- Mar 3, 2020
- 1 min
Local Crafts Bazaar
Thimphu, Bhutan Visit the local crafts bazaar, where you will discover a vibrant collection of Bhutan’s fine traditional arts for sale. A...
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- Mar 3, 2020
- 2 min
Mountain Bike Tour of Thimphu
Thimphu, Bhutan Embark upon a day spent exploring Thimphu by Mountain Bike. Bhutan, with its diverse topological features, makes for a...
Teissa Oxford
- Mar 2, 2020
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Phobjikah Valley Nature Excursion
Explore the Phobjikha valley, serving as the winter home of black necked cranes that migrate from the arid plains in the north to pass...
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- Mar 2, 2020
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Gangtey Gompa Monastery
Visit the Gangtey Gompa Monastery, set atop a small hill on the valley floor.Gyalse Pema Tinley, the reincarnation of Pema Lingpa (the...
Teissa Oxford
- Feb 27, 2020
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Phobjikha Valley
Gangtey, Bhutan Explore the Phobjikha valley, serving as the winter home of black necked cranes that migrate from the arid plains in the...
Teissa Oxford
- Feb 27, 2020
- 1 min
Rinpung Dzong (Paro Dzong)
Visit Rinpung Dzong (Paro Dzong), meaning “fortress of the heap of jewels”, which has a long and fascinating history. Along the wooden...
The Alluring Asia Team
- Feb 24, 2020
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In Bhutan They Sure Like to Hurl Things Through the Air
Archery is the national sport of Bhutan but there are also a variety of other target based sports that are frequently seen when traveling...
The Alluring Asia Team
- Jan 9, 2020
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Don't overlook this Himalayan Temple
When hiking towards Taktshang Goemba, more commonly known as the "Tiger's Nest" be sure to stop at Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the 108...
The Alluring Asia Team
- Oct 23, 2019
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National Sport of Bhutan
Archery is the national sport of Bhutan. While traveling throughout the country you will find that nearly every village has it's own...
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