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The Kingdom of Bhutan is a landlocked nation in South Asia, located at the eastern end of the Himalaya Mountains and is bordered to the south, east and west by the Republic of India and to the north by Tibet. Bhutan is separated from Nepal by the Indian state of Sikkim. The Bhutanese call their country Druk Yul which means “Land of the Thunder Dragon”.
Bhutan used to be one of the most isolated nations in the world, but developments including direct international flights, internet, mobile phone networks, and cable television have increasingly opened the doors.
Yet, Bhutan has balanced modernization with its ancient culture and traditions under the guiding philosophy of Gross National Happiness (GNH). Rampant destruction of the environment has been avoided.
The government takes great measures to preserve the nation’s traditional culture, identity and the environment. Accordingly, in 2006 Business Week rated Bhutan the happiest country in Asia and the eighth happiest country.
The way to Bhutan: Travel by Land and Travel by Air The Kingdom of Bhutan remained largely cut...
Visa and Entry Requirements (including Sustainable Development Fee) Almost all foreign nationals (except Indians, Bangladeshis, and Maldivians) must...
A small introduction on how the “Tourism Council of Bhutan” monitors all the flow of payment in and...
All tourists (excluding Indian, Bangladeshi and Maldivian passport holders) who wish to travel to Bhutan require a visa...
Best Times to Visit and Climate Overview Bhutan’s climate varies greatly by region and season. The country has...
Transportation and Getting Around Bhutan Bhutan has no railways; travel is by air and road. The only international...
Dos and Don’ts Bhutanese culture is deeply Buddhist and very community-oriented. Respect for religion, elders, and the royal...
Bhutan is very safe for travelers (very low crime), but the terrain and altitude pose the main challenges....
(Language, Mobile & Internet) The national language is Dzongkha, but English is widely spoken (it’s taught in schools)....
Bhutan’s currency is the Ngultrum (BTN), pegged 1:1 with the Indian Rupee. Indian Rupees are also accepted for...
Bhutanese cuisine is hearty, spicy, and uses ingredients suited to the Himalayan climate. Staples include red rice, buckwheat...
Bhutan is rich in stunning landscapes and cultural landmarks. Below are must-see highlights (first-time travelers often include): Paro...
Pack for Bhutan’s varied climates and cultural norms: Layers are Key: Even in summer, mountain mornings/evenings are cool....
Photography is popular but must be done respectfully. Ask permission before taking someone’s photo (especially monks, women, and...
Bhutan is the world’s first carbon-negative country and tourism policies reflect a strong environmental ethos. When visiting: Carry...
Trekking in Bhutan offers breathtaking landscapes, rich culture, and well-preserved trails through the Himalayas. However, due to Bhutan's...