Bhutan: Land of the Thunder Dragon
An in-depth look at a magical land

This Himalayan Kingdom calls itself Druk Yul, Land of the Thunder Dragon, and carefully guards the traditions of its past. Little touched by the outside world the traditions of art and architecture and, most importantly, religion are upheld. The modern world is admitted only cautiously. The result allows you an encounter with a stunning, pristine landscape of forest and mountains, a proud, friendly people and a vibrant, living religious tradition.

The flight into Paro provides a most dramatic view of the Himalaya as you fly alongside the world’s highest mountain range. Spend the night in a local farmhouse in the Paro Valley - help prepare the evening meal or sit back and soak up the beautiful scenery. Nearby are the ruins of Drukyel Dzong, long defending the valley against Tibetan invasions - introduces Bhutanese rural life, Drukyel is also a favored place for archery practice.

Perhaps one of the most spectacular sights in Bhutan is Taktsang (meaning Tiger's nest) - at this dramatically situated monastery the only sounds are the murmurs of wind and water and the chanting of the monks.