Bhutan Country Guide | Guide to Bhutan

Country Guide Bhutan

Capital: Thimphu

Population: 2,163,000

Currency: ngultrum (BTN); Indian rupee (INR)

Religions: Lamaistic Buddhist 75%, Indian- and Nepalese-influenced Hinduism 25%

Government: monarchy; special treaty relationship with India

Languages: Dzongkha (official), Bhotes speak various Tibetan dialects, Nepalese speak various Nepalese dialects

Climate: varies; tropical in southern plains; cool winters and hot summers in central valleys; severe winters and cool summers in Himalayas

Phone Code: 975

Festivals in Bhutan

Bumthang Festival [article]

Bumthang Festival [photo gallery]

Tsechu Festival [video]

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Bhutan Accommodation

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Bhutan Flights

Drukair (Bhutan) - Drukair, Bhutan's national flag carrier, flies to neighboring Nepal, India, Thailand and Bangladesh.

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Bhutan Tours

Tours in Bhutan

Bhutan Reading

Trek remote regions and experience spectacular tsechu festivals. Behold sublime mountain monasteries and imposing dzongs. This guide opens the door to the last Himalayan Buddhist kingdom.

37 detailed maps, including a colour country map
illustrated sections on architecture, festivals and textiles
comprehensive cultural, historical and religious commentary
coverage of the world's only yeti reserve
notes on a range of trekking options

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