Curator’s statement
To me Bhutan is a special country. Apart from offering pristine natural beauty with breathtaking landscapes, it offers a chance to explore ancient monasteries and deep spiritual traditions. The warmth of the Bhutanese people makes me want to visit again. It's an experience that is enriching and unforgettable.
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Day 1: Monastery & Buddha Point
Buddha Dordenma
Tashichho-Dzong
Kuensel Phodrang (Buddha Point)
Day 2: Astrology, art and hiking
Wangditse Lhakhang Hike
National Memorial Chorten, School of Astrology.
Institute of 13 Arts and Crafts, Royal Takin Preserve (morning).
Wangditse Lhakhang hike (afternoon)
Day 3: Drive to Punakha
Dochula Pass
Drive to Punakha - See Dochula Monastery and Chimi Lhakhang (Fertility Temple) on the way.
Day 4: Palaces and temples
Punakha Dzong
Punakha Dzong, Chorten Ningpo and Khabasa Village
Day 5: Nunnery & walk
Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup nunnery
Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup Nunnery
Nobgang Village walk
Day 6: Drive to Paro
Paro Dzong
Drive to Paro - Ta Dzong and Paro Dzong.
Day 7: Monastery & archery class
Tigers Nest Monastery
Tigers Nest Monastery hike
Archery class
Need to know
The best time to visit Bhutan is from March-April or from September-November. If you are a US citizen, you will need a visa. Bhutan charges 100 dollars per person per day fee to visit the country. It's called the SDF. Children aged 6-12 pay 50 dollars and it is free for those under 6.
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