Bhutan General Information

'Bhutan' the Land of Thunder Dragon well known to the world as the last Shangri-la. A small Himalayan Kingdome, bordered by Tibet, China and India, which original name was "Bootan" in the Marco Polo time, now the Bhutanese called "Druk Yul". It covers roughly 47,000 square feet of area. It has rare combination of harmony and accord amidst a landscape of incredible beauty. An isolated land from the world and enriched by the essence of Mahayana Buddhism where people follow traditional life style and preserving un-spoilt culture and traditions.

Its remained a mysterious land for the world until the present king Jigme Singye Wangchuk opened for tourist in 1974. Her rich Himalayan flora and fauna, dazzling white peaks and lush valleys provide Bhutan’s stunning beauty and aesthetic grandeur. Bhutan has gently opened its doors to the visitors who respect the delicate sensitivities of this pristine land and shares the sacred values of its people. Bhutanese architectures in Dzongs, buildings and houses are very striking. Bhutan is not an ordinary place and has many surprises, a visit of Bhutan is a splendid adventure for everyone.