Blog - Bhutan
The Best Time to Visit Bhutan: Weather, Seasons, Walking & Trekking Guide
Bhutan, the Land of the Thunder Dragon, is a country where time slows and the mountains seem to breathe. Whether you’re drawn to its high Himalayan trails or to festivals that fill ancient dzongs with colour and song, timing your visit is key to experiencing the country at its best.... Read more
The Best things to do in Bhutan
Whether you’re planning on spending a week or a month in Bhutan you’ll not be short of things to do. It may be small, but the Thunder Dragon Kingdom, is packed with no end of possibilities whether you want to tour the cultural sights, explore the towns, discover the countryside or head to the Himalaya on an adventurous trek. ... Read more
Planning a trip to Bhutan: Everything you need to know
Visiting the tiny Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan has long been considered beyond the reach of the ‘average’ traveller, but those who venture into the Land of the Thunder Dragon are rewarded with an enthralling culture and spellbinding scenery. This remarkable country stands out for its unique approach to tourism, prioritising environmental sustainability and the happiness of its people over mass tourism.... Read more
A Guide to Festivals in Bhutan
Festivals are a significant part of Bhutan's culture and are central to the living Buddhist faith in the kingdom. Most festivals, also known as 'tsechus', are of great religious significance and are mostly celebrated through music and ritual masked dances called 'chams'. Tsechus attract large numbers of Bhutanese people, dressed in their finery, as they believe by attending these special celebrations they gain religious merit as well as enjoying a fine social event. ... Read more
The Best Places to Visit in Bhutan
Bhutan, known fondly as the ‘Land of the Thunder Dragon’, is a travel destination unlike any other. Untouched by mass tourism, this Himalayan kingdom draws visitors in with its blend of rich culture, stunning landscapes, and deep spiritual traditions. But what makes this country truly beautiful isn’t just the spectacular scenery, it’s its commitment to the Gross National Happiness scale which prioritises the well-being of its people and environment over economic growth.... Read more
A beginner's guide to Bhutan
Mountain Kingdoms have been organising cultural tours, walking holidays and trekking adventures to the Thunder Dragon Kingdom for more than 35 years, so we know this unique country inside out.... Read more
Eastern Bhutan - discover the other side of the Thunder Dragon Kingdom
Our MD, Steve Berry, has recently returned from travelling extensively in the east of Bhutan and wants to share what a fantastic experience the 'other half' of the Thunder Dragon Kingdom is.... Read more
What are the top 10 things to see in Bhutan?
We’ve been taking travellers to Bhutan for 30 years on treks, tours and Tailor Made holidays, and we’ve accumulated a lot of knowledge about this enigmatic Himalayan kingdom. One of the questions we most often get asked is what are the must see sights of Bhutan? So, here’s our top 10 guide to the unmissable cultural and scenic attractions of the Thunder Dragon Kingdom.... Read more
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