Bhutan TOUR GUIDE

14/06/2025

12/06/2025

Famous for being the kingdom of the Yeti, we embraced the adventure without any fears. More over enjoyed the varieties of wildflower Rhodendron Species.

19/05/2025

12/05/2025

S P R I N G 🍀

09/05/2025

Wow’s…..

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗯𝗶𝗿𝗱 𝗮𝘁 𝗿𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻.
Today, White-bellied Heron was sighted at the Punatshangchhu-II Dam water reservoir. A lone heron, likely of first year juvenile that was fledged in previous year from nearby nesting site was observed.
The sighting is significant as it marks the crucial ecology for herons to adapt the varying conditions of the habitat change.

This water reservoir is gaining popularity both for the waterbirds and the bird watchers in the country. A recent record of Oriental Darter, that is added new record for the country was also observed from the area a fortnight ago. Today, the Oriental Darter was observed to present at the same area.

27/09/2024

Archery, Bhutan’s national sport, is a great way to experience local culture, with many opportunities to try it while visiting. It’s an enjoyable activity to share with others, teach kids about sportsmanship, and take part in traditional Bhutanese hospitality, which often includes songs and dances.



Copy Paste: Department of Tourism

02/07/2024

50 years Throwback post

Archery holds a special place in Bhutanese culture as the national sport, embodying tradition, skill, and camaraderie. The picture depicts the timeless allure of archery, with traditional bamboo bows and arrows, showcasing the craftsmanship and heritage associated with the sport.

Throughout history, archery has been more than just a game in Bhutan; it's a cultural event that brings communities together. Today, it continues to thrive as a popular pastime, played in villages, towns, and even urban centers. Amidst the modernization of Bhutan, archery remains a cherished tradition, with competitions held during festivals, gatherings, and special occasions.

The popularity of archery reflects its significance beyond mere recreation; it symbolizes Bhutan's commitment to preserving its cultural roots in the face of change.
📸B&F Shaw Archive (1980)

Source: Department of Tourism

10/05/2024

27/04/2024

Punakha Dzong, also known as Pungtang Dechen Photrang Dzong, is a historically significant dzong in Bhutan, located at the confluence of the Pho Chhu and Mo Chhu rivers. Constructed in 1637 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, it serves as a stunning example of Bhutanese architecture and hosts vibrant annual festivals like the Punakha Drubchen and Tshechu.
📸 marcuswestbergphotography(IG)

03/08/2022

𝐎𝐛𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞 𝐛𝐢𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐡𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐭𝐞𝐧 𝐠𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐛𝐢𝐨𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐡

Today, Bhutan has recorded a total of 761 bird species. We are home to 52 globally threatened species including 4 critically endangered species. The 4 critically endangered species are: White-bellied Heron (𝘈𝘳𝘥𝘦𝘢 𝘪𝘯𝘴𝘪𝘨𝘯𝘪𝘴), Baer's Pochard (𝘈𝘺𝘵𝘩𝘺𝘢 𝘣𝘢𝘦𝘳𝘪), White-rumped Vulture (𝘎𝘺𝘱𝘴 𝘣𝘦𝘯𝘨𝘢𝘭𝘦𝘯𝘴𝘪𝘴), and Red-headed Vulture (𝘚𝘢𝘳𝘤𝘰𝘨𝘺𝘱𝘴 𝘤𝘢𝘭𝘷𝘶𝘴).

We have three top bird watching routes in Bhutan:

The 𝐍𝐚𝐫𝐩𝐡𝐮 - 𝐒𝐚𝐦𝐝𝐫𝐮𝐩 𝐉𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐤𝐡𝐚𝐫 birding route lies within an altitude range of 150 - 1900m, and recorded a total of 262 bird species. The tiny Narphu town saddles on the ridgeline at the base of the jaw dropping Narphu cliff.

The 𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠 - 𝐖𝐚𝐤𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐭𝐚𝐫 birding route lies within an altitude range of 311 - 1960m, and recorded a total of 291 bird species. This birding route begins at the floodplains of Sarpang Dzongkhag, climbing towards Tsirang Dzongkhag, and descends to Changche by Punatshangchu.

The 𝐑𝐢𝐦𝐜𝐡𝐮 - 𝐆𝐚𝐬𝐚 birding route lies within an altitude range of 1345 - 2817m, and recorded a total of 204 bird species. This birding route passes through the Jigme Dorji National Park, on the bank of Mochu.



Source: Tourism council of Bhutan.

03/08/2022

𝐁𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐆𝐫𝐲𝐥𝐥𝐬, 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝'𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐝𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐬 𝐧𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐁𝐡𝐮𝐭𝐚𝐧 𝐚𝐬 𝐚 𝐭𝐨𝐩 𝐚𝐝𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧.

Perched high on the Himalayan range, Bhutan remains one of the last ventured destinations.
Here are a few of the experiences that you can experience only in Bhutan.

𝐒𝐧𝐨𝐰𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐤, acclaimed as the most difficult trek in the world by the Lonely Planet is least explored than the world’s highest mountain Everest.

𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐨𝐧, one of the toughest one-day mountain bike races in the world that is stretched 166 miles over four mountain passes and brings you from central Bhutan to the capital in one day.

𝐒𝐧𝐨𝐰𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐑𝐮𝐧, the ultimate race for climate action that covers more than 137 miles through wild and challenging mountain passes.

𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬 𝐁𝐡𝐮𝐭𝐚𝐧 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐥 , listed by TIME Magazine as one of the world's greatest places to visit in 2022 is a 250-mile trail connecting Haa in the west to Trashigang in the east, used as a route of pilgrimage since the 16th century.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/nomanazish/2022/07/28/the-bear-grylls-approved-adventure-travel-destinations-to-add-to-your-bucket-list/



Source: tcb
Copy paste

04/06/2021

26th_May_2021
Lord Buddha's Parnivarna(full moon)
Every year 15th day, 4th month of lunar calender is celebrated as Buddha's Parnivarna. The day is rarest and the most auspicious as it remarks the 5 major events happened in the deeds of Buddha's life.

15 (༡༥) DAY OF FOURTH MONTH
1. Conceived. Entered into the womb of queen Maha Maya in the form of white elephant with 6 tusks (full moon day, 4th month)
2. Born to queen Maha Maya. (full moon day of 4th month)
3. Subdue evil. Over coming maras. (full moon, 4th month).
4. Attained full enlightenment after 6 years sitting in a deep meditation. (full moon of 4th month).
5. Mahaparnivarna. Finally Buddha passed away at the age of eighty after decending from Tush*ta Heaven.(full moon of 4th month).

This is one and only a most precious gift the world ever received. The world would become ever blessfull, if we receive a enlightenment one again.
On today's day, Due Chen Nga Zom the photo of Sangay Menlha(medicinal buddha) will ever flourish through out the world for the swift recovery of all living beings suffered from the virus and we pray for the end of this unseen virus Covid- 19.

BUDDHA BLESS YOU ALL!!