Bhutan is the last Mahayana Buddhist Kingdom,
and the teachings of this school of Buddhism are a living
faith among its people. Spirituality exists even in the
urban centers where the spinning of prayer wheels, the
murmur of mantras and the glow of butter lamps in the
houses are still important features of their every day
life.
Bhutan's unique architecture is one of the most striking
physical features; the colour of house and buildings is
a distinct source of aesthetic pleasure. The Dzongs, which
are 300 to 400 hundred years old, are built on a scale
without the help of any drawings and hammering a single
nail.
Paintings are another aspects of Bhutan's culture and
they depict the spiritual depth of Bhtuanese life. Bhtuan
also boasts an unparalleled wealth in its cottage industry.Its
fine handicrafts of wood and bamboo,ornaments of gold
and silver and highly developed weaving skills represent
an advancedart form.
Various cultural trips into Bhutan introduce visitors
to the unique aspects of Bhutanese culture, including
sacred masked dance festivals and pilgrimage sites.
Place of Tourists Interest
The more I see of the Bhutanese, the more
I am pleased with them. The common people are good-humoured,down
right and I think, thoroughly trusty.The statesman have
some of the art which belongs to their profession. They
are the best built race of men I ever saw."
-------- --------------------------------------- George
Bogle 1774
A
Glimpse of Bhutan
4 Days-3 Nights
This is the shortest trip that gives you an introduction
of the religion, culture, people and the natural beauty
of the Dragon Kingdom. You will visit Thimpu the capital
city of Bhutan and Paro. You will visit the Dzongs, monasteries,
and school of Thanka paintings.
Day 01 Arrival at Paro
and drive to Thimpu.
Reception by Windhorse representative at the airport
and drive to Thimpu. Overnight hotel.
Day 02 Sightseeing of Thimpu.
In the morning, you will visit the hospital for traditional
medicine, Memorial Chorten and national Library. After
lunch visit the Handicrafts centers and the School of
Thangka Painting. Overnight hotel.
Day 03 Drive from Thimpu to Paro
You will visit the fortified tower of Ta Dzong, now
a natural history Museum, ruins of Drugyal Dzong that
once guarded the invading Tibetan forces, and Kyichu
Temple of 7th century.
Day 04 Departure
Transfer to airport for onward flight.
