Bhutan TOUR GUIDE

27/09/2024

Archery, Bhutan’s national sport, is a great way to experience local culture, with many opportunities to try it while visiting. It’s an enjoyable activity to share with others, teach kids about sportsmanship, and take part in traditional Bhutanese hospitality, which often includes songs and dances.



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02/07/2024

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Archery holds a special place in Bhutanese culture as the national sport, embodying tradition, skill, and camaraderie. The picture depicts the timeless allure of archery, with traditional bamboo bows and arrows, showcasing the craftsmanship and heritage associated with the sport.

Throughout history, archery has been more than just a game in Bhutan; it's a cultural event that brings communities together. Today, it continues to thrive as a popular pastime, played in villages, towns, and even urban centers. Amidst the modernization of Bhutan, archery remains a cherished tradition, with competitions held during festivals, gatherings, and special occasions.

The popularity of archery reflects its significance beyond mere recreation; it symbolizes Bhutan's commitment to preserving its cultural roots in the face of change.
📸B&F Shaw Archive (1980)

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10/05/2024

27/04/2024

Punakha Dzong, also known as Pungtang Dechen Photrang Dzong, is a historically significant dzong in Bhutan, located at the confluence of the Pho Chhu and Mo Chhu rivers. Constructed in 1637 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, it serves as a stunning example of Bhutanese architecture and hosts vibrant annual festivals like the Punakha Drubchen and Tshechu.
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20/04/2024

16/04/2024

Dochula to Lamperi!

16/04/2024

The 𝐋𝐮𝐝𝐥𝐨𝐰’𝐬 𝐁𝐡𝐮𝐭𝐚𝐧 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐲 (𝐵ℎ𝑢𝑡𝑎𝑛𝑖𝑡𝑖𝑠 𝐿𝑢𝑑𝑙𝑜𝑤𝑖) was considered extinct since it was first spotted in 1930s in Bhutan. It was rediscovered 75 years later in 2009 in the lush green valley of Boomdeling in Trashiyangtse through a chance sighting. The species is endemic to Boomdeling and became the national butterfly of Bhutan in 2012.
Trashi Yangtse Dzongkhag Administration Department of Tourism, Bhutan

05/04/2024

The annual festival of Paro celebrated from 20th March to 25th March 2024. The Thongdrel, which is believed to liberate devotees at the sight of it, was originally crafted in 1650.

Legend has it that the Paro Poenlop sent a team to Tibet to procure brocade without mentioning the size and the quantity required.

The team returned with materials to complete a precise 30 by 45 metre Thongdrel. According to records with the Paro Rinpung Dratshang, in 1906 during a fire at the dzong, only the Thongdrel and some relics were salvaged.

12/03/2024

Dochula Pass, situated at an altitude of 3,100 mts. The landmarks around the pass includes 108 Druk Wangyal Stupas.

30/10/2023

Attending the Sacred dance festival Terchham “Naked Dance”

Jambay Lhakhang Drup or Jambay Lhakhang festival is an enthralling festival of Bhutan.
This year the festival started on 28th November coinciding with full moon day of Lunar calendar.The festival is held at Jambay Lhakhang which is one of the oldest temples in BhutanThe fire offering and the naked dance topping the list. Both of these programmes are held at night on full moon day. The locals believe that passing through the Fire offering in the form of an arch will burn away all the obstacles.
The naked dance represents the primordial wisdom of awareness and emptiness which was initiated by Terton Dorji Lingpa. Simply watching the naked dance is supposed to empower one with an ability to overcome the obstacle of anxiety and fear. Jambay Lhakhang festival also consists of other dances like Dance of Four Groups of Garudas, Stick Dance, the drum dance of Dorji Lingpa, Dance of Lord of Death, Dance of Dramitse and many other colorful and unique dances.
I’m blessed to be with Mrs. Shasha and her friend Mr. Andrew who made their journey all the way from USA.

08/10/2023

View of Paro dzong.

06/10/2023

Hurry up!

The Royal Highland Festival celebrates highland culture, music, and natural beauty.

03/08/2022

𝐎𝐛𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞 𝐛𝐢𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐡𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐭𝐞𝐧 𝐠𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐛𝐢𝐨𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐡

Today, Bhutan has recorded a total of 761 bird species. We are home to 52 globally threatened species including 4 critically endangered species. The 4 critically endangered species are: White-bellied Heron (𝘈𝘳𝘥𝘦𝘢 𝘪𝘯𝘴𝘪𝘨𝘯𝘪𝘴), Baer's Pochard (𝘈𝘺𝘵𝘩𝘺𝘢 𝘣𝘢𝘦𝘳𝘪), White-rumped Vulture (𝘎𝘺𝘱𝘴 𝘣𝘦𝘯𝘨𝘢𝘭𝘦𝘯𝘴𝘪𝘴), and Red-headed Vulture (𝘚𝘢𝘳𝘤𝘰𝘨𝘺𝘱𝘴 𝘤𝘢𝘭𝘷𝘶𝘴).

We have three top bird watching routes in Bhutan:

The 𝐍𝐚𝐫𝐩𝐡𝐮 - 𝐒𝐚𝐦𝐝𝐫𝐮𝐩 𝐉𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐤𝐡𝐚𝐫 birding route lies within an altitude range of 150 - 1900m, and recorded a total of 262 bird species. The tiny Narphu town saddles on the ridgeline at the base of the jaw dropping Narphu cliff.

The 𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠 - 𝐖𝐚𝐤𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐭𝐚𝐫 birding route lies within an altitude range of 311 - 1960m, and recorded a total of 291 bird species. This birding route begins at the floodplains of Sarpang Dzongkhag, climbing towards Tsirang Dzongkhag, and descends to Changche by Punatshangchu.

The 𝐑𝐢𝐦𝐜𝐡𝐮 - 𝐆𝐚𝐬𝐚 birding route lies within an altitude range of 1345 - 2817m, and recorded a total of 204 bird species. This birding route passes through the Jigme Dorji National Park, on the bank of Mochu.



Source: Tourism council of Bhutan.

03/08/2022

𝐁𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐆𝐫𝐲𝐥𝐥𝐬, 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝'𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐝𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐬 𝐧𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐁𝐡𝐮𝐭𝐚𝐧 𝐚𝐬 𝐚 𝐭𝐨𝐩 𝐚𝐝𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧.

Perched high on the Himalayan range, Bhutan remains one of the last ventured destinations.
Here are a few of the experiences that you can experience only in Bhutan.

𝐒𝐧𝐨𝐰𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐤, acclaimed as the most difficult trek in the world by the Lonely Planet is least explored than the world’s highest mountain Everest.

𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐨𝐧, one of the toughest one-day mountain bike races in the world that is stretched 166 miles over four mountain passes and brings you from central Bhutan to the capital in one day.

𝐒𝐧𝐨𝐰𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐑𝐮𝐧, the ultimate race for climate action that covers more than 137 miles through wild and challenging mountain passes.

𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬 𝐁𝐡𝐮𝐭𝐚𝐧 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐥 , listed by TIME Magazine as one of the world's greatest places to visit in 2022 is a 250-mile trail connecting Haa in the west to Trashigang in the east, used as a route of pilgrimage since the 16th century.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/nomanazish/2022/07/28/the-bear-grylls-approved-adventure-travel-destinations-to-add-to-your-bucket-list/



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