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Highlights of Bhutan

Highlights of Bhutan

It is not common that a trip into a South Asian country can lead to a breathtaking snow trekking holiday, but it does so happen in Bhutan. Whether you are planning for a scientific expedition or just a memorable adventure holiday in the Himalayas ranges, snowman trekking in Bhutan is the ultimate plan.

Geography

The Kingdom of Bhutan is a land-locked country surrounded by Indian territories to the South, the east, and the west, and by the Tibet Autonomous Region of China to the north. It has a total area of 45,5000 square kilometers. Bhutan’s geography can be roughly divided into three zones–the sub-Himalayan foothills, the inner Himalayas, and the greater Himalayas.

The sub-Himalayan foothills are stretched along the southern border of the country and contains large regions covered by grasslands, bamboo jungle, and sub-tropic forests.

The inner Himalayas rises from the foothills up to 4000 meters and is the most visited part of Bhutan by the locals and the tourists alike. The valleys in the inner Himalayas are connected by a series of passes and traversed by major river systems of Bhutan.

The greater Himalayas lie on the north of Bhutan with peaks of about 7000 meters towering at the backdrop. There are barren rocks, snow glaciers, and permanent snow.

Food

Spicy and often with rice, Bhutanese food adds yet another dimension to your Bhutan experience. Following are some of the most popular Bhutanese dishes:

Ema Datshi

This is the most widely enjoyed national dish of Bhutan. It has a mix of spicy chilies and local cheese. This can be found throughout the country and is a staple of almost every meal in the country.

Momo

Although the popularity of momo extends beyond Bhutan, there is something special about momos in Bhutan. Stuffed with a wide range of meat including pork, beef, or cabbages, and cheese, this is one dish that you can enjoy anytime.

Paksha Paa

This pork dish is cooked with red chillis and can include spinach and radishes. Spicy and tangy, this can also use sun-dried pork instead of fresh pork. Either way, these are extremely delicious and popular.

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Travel Info

    • Flight time 12 hours (via Delhi, Calcutta or Kathmandu)
    • Timezone GMT+6 hours
    • Recommended airlines Druk Airways, Tashi Airways
    • Best season mid-Mar to mid-Jul and Sep to mid-Jan

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