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Bhutan | Hidden deep in the Himalayan Mountains and isolated from the rest of
the world, Bhutan developed its own civilization based on the Buddhist
way of life. This nation kingdom of 600,000 inhabitants lives in close
harmony with nature and adheres strongly to the purest form of Mahayana
Buddhism. Since 1974 Bhutan has permitted a limited number of tourists
per year to visit this mythical land of Shangri-La. Visitors can
immerse themselves in a unique and untouched culture and enjoy
Bhutan\\\'s unparalleled scenic beauty of majestic mountains and lush
valleys, its pristine ecology and forests which is home to rare and
endangered fauna and flora. Bhutan is a unique blend of old and new.
Never colonized, its ancient history chronicled in both the oral
tradition and classical literature, speaks proudly of a largely
self-sufficient people. The deeply spiritual and mystical beliefs of
the Bhutanese is commemorated annually by the Tschus - Colorful
Festivals- celebrated throughout the kingdom to honor the saint that
brought Buddhism to Bhutan - the land of the Thunder Dragon.
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| View Map | | The valley of Paro contains a wealth of attractions and requires a few days to be explored and also make adjustments to the high altitude. Casting a shadow across the town of Paro is the elegant and perfectly symmetrical Rinpung Dzong located 11 miles from the town of Paro. On the south side of the valley are the burnt ruins of Drugyel Dzong (victorious fortress) and it was from this monastery that the Bhutanese repelled several invading Tibetan armies during the 17th century. | | Punakha
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| View Map | | Thimphu is the capital city of Bhutan with a population of approximatly 50,000. It is located at an altitude of 7000 ft in west Bhutan on the shores of the Wong Chu river. Thimphu is only modern in age - new structures are built on traditional designs. The Tashicho Dzong a 350 year old structure houses government departments and the kings throne room. It was refurbished in 1961. As the nations largest monastery it is the summer quarters of 2000 monks and next to this Dzong is Thimphus only golf course. The weekend market is the biggest in Bhutan and is worth a visit. | | Tongsa
| View Map | | Tongsa is in the centre of Bhutan, four hours by road from Wangduephodrang, Tongsa offers a welcome rest to travellers.The approach to the town involves a 9 miles trip around Tongsa Valley. A vantage point from the opposite side of the valley, provides a spectacular view of Dzong and the town. Like almost all towns in Bhutan, the secular and the religious centre, the Dzong, dominates the horizon, dwarfing the surrounding buildings. Tongsa is the Royal Family’s ancestral home. Protected from invaders by an impenetrable valley, Tongsa Dzong is an impregnable fortress. The Dzong itself is a labyrinth of temples corridors and offices holding court over the local community. It is built on many levels into the side of the hill and can be seen from every approach to Tongsa heralding its strength as a defensive stronghold. | | Wangdiphodrang
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