Bhutan
Introduction
Bhutan -
The
World’s last Shangri-La
Bhutan - a heavenly abode in the heart of the vast Himalayan, but little
known to the outside just being wedged between giant neighbours and secluded
by some of the high mountain ranges.
Bhutan is last paradise on earth reflects age old religion,
culture, arts & architecture in its golden peaks in the background of deep
green valley’s and hillside, the vivid blue of the rivers and the sky,
the white of the snow above the brown -gold alpine pastures speaking a serene
language of silence - an integral part of Himalayan Buddhism for tradition and
worship enabling the believers to reach Closer to the goal of enlightenment.
Now, Monterosa Treks & Expedition (P) Ltd., a specialist in Bhutan tours/Treks
can make your dream come true through its exciting but affordable packages.
We also offer varieties of programmes to suit various interests such as culture,
history, nature, wildlife, bird watching, treks & expeditions both for groups
& individuals. Our packages are as follows.
Places of Interest
Bumthang
It sounds like a blues bar in America's deep south, but Bumthang is the spiritual
heartland of Bhutan and home to its most ancient and precious Buddhist sites.
Bumthang encompasses four major valleys; the main one, Choskhor, is home to
the most important dzongs, temples and palaces.
Phobjika Valley
Phobjika
is a glacial valley on the western slopes of the Black Mountains. It borders
the Black Mountains National Park which is one of the most important wildlife
preserves in the country because of the large flock of rare, endangered black-necked
cranes that winter there.
These birds have a special place in Bhutanese folklore and you can learn more
about the cranes at the Crane Observation and Education Centre and view their
roosting place. It's an awesome spectacle at dusk when all the birds from the
valley congregate for the night.
Jakar, at the foot of the Choskhor valley, is likely to be your base.
Jakar Dzong, founded in 1549, is the largest in Bhutan. Further along Choskhor
valley, the temple of Jampa Lhakhang was built in 659 and hosts one of the kingdom's
most spectacular festivals, the Jampa Lhakhang Drup, in October.
Paro
If you come to Bhutan by air, you'll probably land in Paro. Western Bhutan is
the heartland of the Drukpa people and you will be confronted with the largest,
oldest and most spectacular dzongs in the kingdom and you will immediately realise
you are well off the beaten track of world tourism.
The town of Paro lies in the centre of the rich, fertile Paro valley, with beautiful
landscapes, scenic villages and historic buildings all within a few kilometres.
Immerse yourself in Bhutanese culture in the National Museum close to the town
centre - the building itself was completed in 1656.
Thimphu
Thimphu lies in a beautiful, wooded valley, sprawling up a hillside on the bank
of the Thimphu Chhu river, and it is the only world capital without traffic
lights. Despite recent development, Thimphu retains its charming, medieval feel
thanks to its brightly painted, elaborately decorated facades.
Thimphu is a cornucopia of Bhutanese culture. Dominating the horizon is the
imposing Trashi Chhoe Dzong(Fortress of the Glorious Religion) which was completely
renovated in the 1960s to become the symbol of the capital. It now houses the
offices of the king and the central monk body.
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