Ancient Path Holiday - Bhutan

23/10/2019

2020 is just in about couple of months !! Time to start planning your Bhutan trip ❤️
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27/09/2019

'Tsip' or 'sip' is a local snack (pounded rice) and they are best eaten with milk or yogurt. We like to "sip" it with some nga-ja (milk tea) 😁
They are quite bland at first taste, but a few mouthful later, you will be hooked!

27/09/2019

Our favourite place to bring our guests? Has to be the local markets! This is where guests truly gets to experience the essence of Bhutan. The smell of fresh ingredients, dried cheese, incenses mixed with the boisterous chatters of the locals will definitely send your senses to its peak! 😉

27/09/2019

27/09/2019

A common sight in Bhutan - cute, cheeky little monks during their break time. 🙏❤️

27/09/2019

A weeklong grand golden brew oblation (Neyphug Za Choe) to extol the solemn appreciation for the protective deities previously took place at Neyphug Monastery from September 7th-14th Sept, corresponding to the 9th day of the 7th month of the Bhutanese calendar.

The tradition of the grand oblation was observed after the beginning of 18th century during which the Neyphug reincarnate was honoured and recognised in the nation's history.

Among the reincarnates of the Neyphug Trulkus, the 4th Neytrul Sangdag Neuten Dorji played an imperative role in shielding the invasions from the north. During that time, the 10th Desi Mipham Wangpo headed the political affairs alongside with Zhabdrung Sungtrul Chogley Namgyal. The reign of Gongsa Mipham Wangpo was disturbed with numerous Tibetan invasions. In the midst of an invasion, Neytrul Sangdag Nueden was called on by Zhabdrung Chogley and Gongsa Mipham to confront the invasion in Punakha.

As soon as Neytrul Sangdag Nueden reached the Punakha Dzong, he prepared for the defense through spiritual means. He constructed a huge effigy or “glud” out of more than two hundred kilograms of wheat flour to repel the threats. This amazed the monks of the Dzong and at the same time worried them about how the gigantic effigy can be offered. Nonetheless, after performing the wrathful ritual of Rahula (Za’) who is one of the main protective deities, the large effigy burnt up spontaneously in the Dzong and gently went out of the main door by itself. Meanwhile, the small effigy went out of the gate and fled to the north. Subsequently after the terrifying spells of power, the Tibetan invasion was driven back. For his boundless contribution to the people and the country, the government offered to Neyphug Trulku the Jazhag Goempa which is one of the main seats of Lam Ngawang Chogyal located at the hills of Punakha and Zhelngo Lhakhang in Paro together with the surrounding arable lands.

This annual event has been observed for more than several centuries, and is offered solemnly to express gratefulness to the protective deities for their continuous support and response. Specifically, the remarkable occasion has greatly inspired Buddhist theoretical formulations also in terms of guarding national security.

The Offering is made as a reminder to continue their Protection and Guidance to all the Dharma followers, especially to Neyphug followers and patrons.

A list of some of the Protectors are:

Gonpo Maning
Mama Aka Zati
Rahula
Gyalchen Kunga
Namsey
Tseringma
Dralha
Nothgin
Geynin
Ghomo
Chungdu
Radrakpa
Sethpey Gyalmo
Dhangla
Kietsub
Mugtsen
Tenmachuni
Chulungpa
Gangtshen
Tseng Ri Gonpo Dhunchu Tsanga

Devotees from Paro, Thimphu, Punakha, Haa and Dagala will visit Neyphug Gonpa to pay respects since their ancestors took refuge under the Neytruls and the Protectors.

The monastery welcomes everyone to visit during this special time in order to make wishes, confessions and seek protection from the Protector Deities.

Benefits of attending the Retreat:

1. Helps to clear obstacles created by offending the Protector Deities (Choesung).

2. Smoothen your spiritual path.

3. Heal sickness caused by evil harm.

NEYPHUG ZACHOE is a yearly event held at Neyphug Foundation - Heypu Gonpa Paro.

27/09/2019

Two goats and 2 monks. Who is watching who? 👀

27/09/2019

Gezak (corn) is a popular snack food that can be easily found along the roadside, especially during this season. Vendors will set up a small bonfire using wood and charcoal, throw in some fresh corn in and within minutes, these golden kernels are ready to be had! We like them fresh and hot - be warn though they can be quite tough, chewy and very addictive 😁😋!

26/09/2019

Apples are fruiting in abundance here! We visited our friend's mini apple orchard and help ourselves to the different varieties of apples!
You know the saying "An apple a day keeps the doctor away!" 😊😋🍎

03/01/2019

A successful 2018 and we look forward to serve you further with our warmest hospitality, care and professionalism. Don’t miss to travel with us this year and make your trip to Bhutan THE most memorable one. We are at your service. Do get in touch with us! Thank you!

03/01/2019

Ancient Path Holiday would like to wish all our valued customers, clients and partners a very Happy New Year 2019! Have a blessed year ahead and we look forward to a very successful and fruitful collaborations ahead!

17/12/2018

06/09/2018

The Third Royal Highland Festival will take place on 23rd and 24th October 2018.

01/09/2018

01/09/2018

Before you head to the annual Matsutake Mushroom Festival - held in Thimphu on Aug 15-16 and in Bumthang on Aug 23-24 - here are some health benefits you might want to know about the matsutake mushroom, locally known as Sangay Shamu (Buddha Mushroom).

More info about the upcoming festivals:

Matsutake Mushroom Festival in Thimphu: https://www.facebook.com/events/2076189049123186/
Matsutake Mushroom Festival in Bumthang: https://www.facebook.com/events/229650234362566/

01/09/2018

The Kingdom of Bhutan, tucked away in the Himalayas, just got TV. Now it’s home to ambitious young authors who are telling their country’s stories for the first time, usually in English.

01/09/2018

The Brokpa, of the remote Monyul area of India's Arunachal Pradesh, maintain a centuries-old yak herding tradition despite the threats of climate change, Chinese control over Tibet, and the growing allure of modern life.

01/09/2018

18/07/2018

https://www.instagram.com/neytrul.knowitbetter

37 Followers, 2 Following, 6 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Know It better (.knowitbetter)

26/06/2018

Our fav travel host visited Bhutan, and this is one episode not to be missed. You will be dearly missed, AB. 🙏🏻

Anthony Bourdain and director Darren Aronofsky explore the tiny Himalayan nation

01/04/2018

We ❤️ Bhutan 🇧🇹

27/03/2018

The Paro Tshechu is held every spring (happening now from March 27th-31st) and is one of the most colorful and significant events in Paro Dzongkhag (district).

The Tsehchu is considered a major attraction and people travel from neighboring districts to participate in the festivity. Early in the morning on the last day of the celebration the monks will be displaying a gigantic thangkha (embroidered painting) of the Guru Throngdel, inside the dzong.

Thongdrols are especially impressive examples of Buddhist art and never fail to amaze viewers. They are considered so sacred that simply seeing a Thongdrol is said to cleanse the viewer of sin.

27/03/2018

In Bhutan, national happiness is indeed more important that GDP - The Star Newspaper, Malaysia (March 26, 2018)

Never conquered and never colonised, the tiny country of Bhutan retains much of its deep and ancient culture.

26/03/2018

Are you an Australian citizen and planning to visit Bhutan ? Travel between June-August this year and take advantage of the 30% off flights tickets & up to 50% off room rates ! 2018 marks the friendship year between Bhutan and Australia, and the Kingdom of Bhutan is marking this special occasion with this special offer for all Australians !

Travel Period : 1st June 2018 - 31st August 2018
Travel Route : BKK (Bangkok) - Paro (Bhutan)
Usual Flight Price : USD750 (EY class)
Discounted Flight Price : USD580

For more information and sample itinerary, please email us at [email protected] or drop us a message here!

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08/03/2018

Time to pack your bags and venture on a trip
to the world happiest place !

07/02/2018

http://edition.cnn.com/travel/article/wonder-list-bill-weir-bhutan/index.html

Bhutan is the last independent Buddhist kingdom on Earth. The Wonder List learns their path to happiness is very different from that of America.

19/01/2018

Kuzuzangpo la & Good morning from Bhutan! It’s a chilly 6 degrees but with plenty of sunshine 🌞