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15/03/2025

📍 Semtokha Dzong & Desuup Café 🇧🇹✨

Perched on a hill overlooking Thimphu, **Semtokha Dzong** is Bhutan’s oldest dzong, built in 1629 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal. This historic fortress is a treasure trove of intricate murals, ancient scriptures, and a deep spiritual aura. 🏯✨

Opposite the Dzong is the Desuup Café. It offers a cozy spot to enjoy a cup of tea/coffee with a stunning views of the valley. Run by Bhutan’s Desuups (Guardians of Peace), the café serves as a social enterprise supporting community service. ☕🌿

📸 Don't miss the chance to soak in the history, serenity, and warm hospitality in one visit! "

14/03/2025

Preserving Bhutanese 13 Arts, Empowering Young Artisans 🎨✨

In the hills of Thimphu, Bhutan, Choki Traditional Art School is more than just a place of learning—it’s a sanctuary where Bhutan’s ancient art forms thrive. Here, young students, many from underprivileged backgrounds, receive free tuition, accommodation, and meals while mastering sacred Bhutanese crafts like thangka painting, wood carving, embroidery, and sculpture.

12/03/2025

Bhutan's journey feels less like a march through time and more like a gentle, deliberate dance with it. It's a journey that prioritizes inner peace and collective well-being over the relentless pursuit of material progress.

28/02/2025

Losar, translates to "New Year." Different regions in Bhutan, have their own New Year, however Losar is widely popular and celebrated. On this day, locals will partake in local sports such as Archery and Khuru, with local alcoholic drinks such as Ara 🥴. This is also the day you will see many locals visit monasteries and temples to give thanks and pay their respects to the local deities. Bhutanese will spend this day celebrating with their family and friends.

We wish you and your family Happy Losar! May this Year bring you and your loved ones happiness and laughter!!

24/01/2025

At Jigme Expeditions, we always give back to the community. This time, our guests take part in sponsoring a lunch for the young monks at Chimi Lhakhang! A kind gesture that is believed to earn good merit 😇

21/01/2025

Prayer wheels in Bhutan have mantras or prayers inscribed on them. By turning the prayer wheel, it is believed that you will earn merit, positive energy, and spreading the mantra to all sentient beings. Our first guest of 2025, sending out positive energy to all!

06/01/2025

🌏 Discover Bhutan: The Land of Happiness! 🌿
Escape the ordinary and step into a world where:
☁️ You journey through the clouds.
🏔️ You explore a pristine environment.
💫 You reconnect with your soul.
👫 You embrace the warmth of local communities.
🙏 You discover spirituality.

✨ Experience nature, culture, and adventure like never before!
🎯 Plan your unforgettable journey today.

📲 Click below to start your adventure!

04/01/2025

The Majestic Jumolhari at her natural, untouched state. Beautiful to look at from Paro, even better from the Basecamp!

01/11/2024

On this momentous day, we come together as a nation to honor and celebrate His Majesty's 16th Coronation Day. We extend our heartfelt wishes for His Majesty's good health and well-being, and we sincerely pray that His dreams and aspirations may flourish and come to fruition. We stand united!

27/09/2024

Happy World Tourism Day!! Tashi Delek to all stakeholders in this industry - worldwide! let's join hands to promote a sustainable Tourism around the world.

in Bhutan, this event was celebrated with the Minister MoICE, stakeholders and government agencies. Bhutan has launched its Bhutan App, a forum to discuss and give feedbacks from stakeholders and a special video that will be available for the world to see soon!

28/08/2024

Dechenphugh Lhakhang is the most sacred temple in Thimphu. Place for the important protector deity for the followers of Drukpa Kargyu. Does not make it to most itineraries, but definitely a must visit if you want to go where locals go!!

27/07/2024

The Centenary Farmers Market in the capital, Thimphu. You can find local produce, organic products as well and imported products here - all displayed in different sections. Guests can experience the daily life of a Bhutanese here, as it is one of the most visited places by the locals, especially on the weekends!

25/07/2024

In monsoon, the rain brings out the colors of the Zangtopelri Lhakhang. It also brings down the temperature - which is usually high during this time of the year in the southern districts of Bhutan. Phuentsholing, is the gateway to Bhutan, from India. When here, you can experience the contrast between the two countries, separated by the Bhutan-India Gate. Each with their offering and culture. Explore the two cultures in a day!

21/06/2024

On this special day, the Jigme Expeditions team joins the nation in celebrating Her Majesty Gyalyum Ashi Tshering Yangdon's Birth Anniversary. May this day brings all the joy, happiness and blessings to Your Majesty la 🙏🇧🇹

14/06/2024

Video: Department of Tourism Department of Tourism, Bhutan
This year, we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Bhutan's Tourism. Back in 1974, Bhutan warmly welcomed the world to its breathtaking landscapes, coinciding with the Coronation of His Majesty the Fourth King of Bhutan. The inaugural group of 14 tourists entered Bhutan via road through Phuentsholing, as the country did not have an airline at the time.

Over the past five decades, Bhutan's tourism sector has seen remarkable transformation, from policy revisions to the establishment of airlines and the ever-evolving landscape. Nevertheless, one fundamental principle has remained unwavering: the concept of "High Value, Low Volume." This guiding concept has encouraged a mindful and sustainable approach to tourism development. As we anticipate further evolution in the field, our fervent hope is for Bhutan to stay true to its commitment to sustainable tourism development.

To all the guests, stakeholders, departments and Bhutanese - TASHI DELEK!! 🇧🇹

13/06/2024

Guest putting up prayer flags on top of the Chelela Pass - the highest motorable road in Bhutan! Prayer flags are believed to remove all negativity.

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