61. Explore Bhutan >>> Yangphel Travel An Overview of bhutan s culture Religion general extensive perpetuation oftradition that is possibly the most striking aspect of bhutan s culture. http://www.yangphel.com/learn/religion/default.html

Explore Learn Why Yangphel? Find a Trek or Tour ... New Generations Bhutan is the only country to maintain Mahayana Buddhism in its Tantric Vajrayana form as the official religion. The main practicing schools are the state sponsored Drukpa Kagyupa and the Nyingmapa. Buddhism transects all strata of society, underpinning multiple aspects of the culture. Indeed, religion is the focal point for the arts, festivals and a considerably above average number of individuals. The presence of so many monasteries, temples and stupas, monks and tulkus (reincarnations of high lamas) is indicative of the overarching role religion plays throughout the nation. Although the Shabdrung is regarded as the founder of the nation, the secular realm has achieved an unprecedented degree of unity under the influential guidance of a Twentieth Century monarchy. Within a cultural context where the spiritual and temporal spheres are intimately connected, political leadership remains interpreted as divinely determined. The royal family traces its roots to the great Sixteenth Century saint Pema Lingpa, and the present monarch still enjoys a god-like status throughout much of his Kingdom. The Forth King Jigme Singye Wangchuck as the head of state now rules the Kingdom, with the throne retaining its position as the fulcrum of the political system.

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General Info Map Destinations Trekking ... Festivals Duration : 7 Days Day 1 Pick up from Airport Overnight halt in a Hotel- Paro Day 2 Taktsang - Excursion Overnight halt in a Hotel- Paro Day 3 Paro Thimphu Overnight halt in a Hotel- Thimphu Day 4 Thimphu Punakha (Exc) Overnight halt in a Hotel- Thimphu Day 5 Thimphu - Sightseeing Overnight halt in a Hotel- Thimphu Day 6 Thimphu Paro Overnight halt in a Hotel Paro Day 7 Paro - Departure Back GLIMPSES OF BHUTAN MYSTIC BHUTAN ACROSS THE KINGDOM DRUK CULTURE TOUR WESTERN BHUTAN CULTURE TOUR CENTRAL BHUTAN CULTURE TOUR

63. Bhutan Explore, Bhutan Cultural Trek, Culture Tour, Bicycle Tour, Bhutan Sikkimg bhutan is situated in the Eastern Himalayas of southern Central Asia and is bordered provided the essence of a rich culture and a fascinating history. http://www.asianholidaytours.com/bhutan/index.php

Home About Us Nepal Tibet ... Tibet Expedition Mountain Biking Festival Calendar Tour in Bhutan Trek in Bhutan Festival Calendar Mountain Biking Bhutan Visa Form Festival Calendar Bhutan Bhutan Explore Bhutan is situated in the Eastern Himalayas of southern Central Asia and is bordered on the north and Northwest by the Tibet Autonomous Region of China and to the west, Southwest, south and east with Indian states of Sikkim, West Bengal, Assam and Arunachal Pradesh. Bhutan is a landlocked mountain kingdom roughly the size of Switzerland, in the eastern Himalayas. With a population of 600,000 spread over 46,000 sq km. Bhutan is the last unspoiled Himalayan kingdom often known as Shangri-La. For a country of its size, Bhutan is a land of spectacular contrasts and stunning beauty. The southern foothills, at an altitude of 1,000 ft to 4,500 ft are covered by dense tropical forest, which abounds with wildlife. These regions are mostly inhabitated by Lhotsampas (Nepalese immigrants who are given Bhutanese citizens nationally) and most of them are agriculture workers. It was the mighty Himalayas, which protected Bhutan from the rest of the world and left the kingdom blissfully untouched. The Drukpa Kagyu School of Mahayana Buddhism provided the essence of a rich culture and a fascinating history. The Bhutanese people protected this sacred heritage and unique identity for centuries by choosing to remain shrouded deeply in a jealously guarded isolation.

64. Samtengang Winter Trek, Bhutan Temple Visit, Thimpu Sightseeing, Bhutan Culture, bhutan and Tibet with more information about Nepal, Tibet and bhutan. Rich in culture as well as natural and scenic beauty. Itinerary http://www.glorynepal.com/bhutan/samtengang_winter.php

Our Activities Trekking in Nepal Tours in Nepal Jungle Safari Rafting ... Festivals in Bhutan SAMTENGANG WINTER TREK Trek Rating: Easy / Moderate Season: All year round Duration: 10 Days / 09 Night HIGHLIGHTS: Itinerary: Day 01: Day 02: Paro sightseeing. Overnight at hotel. Day 03: Day 04: Drive 3 hrs to Wangdiphodrang. Day 05: Trek start from Khuruthng - Limukha 14 kms 4/5 hrs.walk. Camp. Day 06: Limukha - Chungsakha 16 kms.5/6 hrs walk. Camp Day 07: Chungskha - Sameengang 13 kms. 4/5 hrs walk. Camp Day 08: Samengang - wangdiphodrang 09 kms ¾ hrs. overnight at hotel. Day 09: Drive to via Thimphu. Overnight at hotel Day 10: Drive to airport for onward destination. For Inquiry: info@glorynepal.com © Adventure Glory 2004 82-15, Britton Ave #4B, Elmhurst, Ny 11373, USA, Tel: 718 505 8853, Cell: 347 E-mail: info@glorynepal.com

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@import "/common/journeys.css"; Asia Bhutan Burma Cambodia ... Kathmandu Hospitality Kathmandu Hospitality Extension 4 hotel nights with breakfast, 4 airport transfers, Kathmandu sight-seeing, ticket reconfirmation and assistance with permits for Tibet trips or treks. Trip Itinerary ANTICIPATED ITINERARY, ACTUAL ROUTE MAY VARY Day 1 Arrive in Kathmandu On arrival in Kathmandu, you will be met by a JOURNEYS staff member at the airport and transferred to your Western-style hotel. Your guides will be available for advice on everything, from how to bargain to choosing restaurants to learning a little bit of the Nepali language. After your arrival you will have some time to just relax, or to nibble at the feast of new experiences in this exotic city. Later there will be a brief orientation. Day 2 Kathmandu Your second day in Kathmandu includes guided visits to famous temples of Swayambhunath, Pasupatinath or Boddhanath. You will see life going on as it has for hundreds of years against a background of sacred peaks, terraced hillsides and an exotic culture. In Kathmandu and throughout your trip, we encourage you to interact with local people either through your guide as interpreter, or through participation in the activities that are all around you. While you explore, your staff gets all your food supplies and logistical requirements in order. (B) Day 3 Kathmandu Free day to explore on own. Enjoy hundreds of shops, restaurants and markets. Your guides may be able to offer some suggestions on sites to visit. (B)

66. Bhutan Tour,History Of Bhutan,Religious Tour Bhutan,Cultural Tour To Bhutan,Cult Indian tour operator providing complete info on bhutan, bhutan tour, history ofbhutan, religious tour bhutan, cultural tour to bhutan, culture tour bhutan, http://www.ercotravels.com/bhutan1.htm

Home Profile Contact us Email ... more... WORLDWIDE TOURS Malaysia Tours Thailand Tours Singapore Tours Mauritius Tours ... LUXURY HOTELS IN INDIA Bhutan HISTORY: Mystery surrounds Bhutan's distant past, as priceless irretrievable documents were lost in fires and earthquakes. In the 18th century AD, Guru Padma Sambhava made his legendary trip from Tibet to Bhutan on the back of a flying tigress. He meditated at Taktsang, Tiger's Nest, in the Paro Valley. Guru Rinpoche (Precious Master) is the father of the Tantric strain of Mahayana Buddhism practiced in Bhutan Sgabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, a tibetan lama of the Drukpa School, arrived in Bhutan in1616. He introduced the present dual system of religious and secular government. Shabdrung unified the country, and established himself as the country's supreme leader and vested civil power in a high officer known as the Druk Desi. Religious affairs were charged to another leader, the Je Khenpo. For two centuries following Shabdrung's demise, civil wars intermittently broke out, and the regional penlops (governors) became increasingly more powerful. This ended when an assembly of representa1tives of the monastic community , civil servants and the people, elected the Penlop of Trongsa, Ugen Wangchuck, the First King of Bhutan in 1907. The monarchy has thrived ever since, and the present Fourth King, His Majesty Jigme Singye Wangchuck, commands the overwhelming support for his people.

67. Bhutan Tour, Bhutan Cultural Tour, A Glimpse Of Bhutan, Window To Bhutan, Bhutan bhutan Odyssey 8 days 7 nights cultural tour This trip allows you toexperience the culture of West bhutan as well as of south. http://www.mountainleaders.com/bhutan/bhutantour.php

HOME NEPAL TIBET BHUTAN ... CONTACT Bhutan Cultural Tour 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. Itinerary Day 01 Arrival at Paro and drive to Thimpu. Day 02 Sightseeing of Thimpu.. Day 03: Drive from Thimpu to Paro and sightseeing in Paro Day 04: Departure Window to Bhutan 5 days-4 nights Itinerary Day 01 Arrival at Paro and drive to Thimpu. Day 02 Sightseeing of Thimpu.. Day 03 Drive from Thimpu to Paro Day 05 Transfer to airport for onward flight. Bhutan Odyssey - 8 days 7 nights cultural tour This trip covers Thimpu-the capital city of Bhutan, Paro, Punakha-the old capital of Bhutan, Wangdiphrodang and Phubjika. Phubjika is the winterhome the rare black-necked cranes that fly over from Tibet. Phubjika has one of the only two Ngimgma monasteries of Bhutan.

68. Bhutan, Trekking In Bhutan, Bumthang Culture Trek, Bhutan Cultural Trek, Bhutan bhutan still remains pristine, the last shangrila. bhutan maintains its culturaland spiritual heritage by strictly limiting the number of tourists. the http://www.destinationnepal.com/bumthang_trek.htm

The Trekker's Society Nepal Tibet Bhutan Sikkim ... Darjeeling Bumthang Trek This is a trek in splendid Bumthang valley, the cultural heart of Bhutan. The trek passes through several villages on it's meandering route through Bumthang countryside. This trek provides an exceptional opportunity for contact with Bhutanese rural life besides the nature. Outline itinerary: Day 01 : Day 02 : Guided sightseeing tour of Paro and drive to Thimpu Day 03 : Guided sightseeing tour of Thimpu Day 04 : Drive to Bumthang (Jakar) Day 05 : Guided sightseeing tour of Bumthang Day 06 : Trek, Jakar to Ngang Lhakhang Day 07 : Trek to Ugyenchholing Day 08 : End trek at Bumthang and drive back to Jakar Day 09 : Drive to Punakha. Visit around and drive to Wangdi Day 10 : Drive to Thimpu Day 11 : Drive, Thimpu / Paro Day 12 : Fly out from Bhutan Detail itinerary on request. For further information regarding this tour please e-mail us Quick Links Home Team Profile General Information FAQ's ... Singalila Trek Contact @ The Trekker's Society E-mail : info@destinationnepal.com

69. Bhutan The Land Of Mystery, Secret Shangri La, 7 Nights 8 Days Bhutan Cultural T The few who do visit this magical place find an ancient Buddhist culture thrivingin a landscape of incredible 7 Nights/8 Days bhutan Cultural Tour http://www.nepalmountain.com/bhutan_index.html

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70. Bhutan Cultural Tours bhutan’s sacred mountains and devout Buddhist culture make for an Our bhutanese guide with indepth knowledge of local culture will help you to http://www.insidersbhutan.com/Pages/Trips/Tours/cl.html

Many countries proclaim the uniqueness of their traditions, which often are artificially preserved for tourists only. But in Bhutan, tradition is real: The visitors can see it, feel it. In a world where a thick cloak of globalization has all but smothered distinctive heritages, this self-reliant kingdom proudly stands alone. Arts, ceremonies and festivals in Bhutan are not remnants of a bygone age. Arts and crafts are practised and, ceremonies and festivals are performed because they continue to have a religious and spiritual significance. As such, they are the manifestations of a living culture. Important Note During the busy season it is difficult to secure reservations on Druk Air and in Hotels in Paro, Thimphu, Wangdi Phodrang, Tongsa and Bumthang. The farther in advance that you book, the more likely it is that we can confirm the reservation you choose. The rule of thumb is: Book as far in advance as possible, but don't hesitate to contact us at the last minute if free time suddenly comes your way. Use this Pull-Down Menu More Information Trip Planning Resources How to transfer the trip payment?

71. Culture Holidays In Bhutan - Activity Holidays Guide Guide to culture Holidays in bhutan including articles and forums. http://www.activityholidaysguide.com/basicSearch.php/42/107/1

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73. Interlinked Culture mutual influences and meaningful links between the various aspects of bhutan sculture. History of bhutan. Religion of bhutan. Gods and sacred mountains http://timphu.bhutan.at:81/~bhutan/english/c-viex/c-viex2/start.php3

While the three chapters of the virtual exhibition can be read independently, Bhutan's history, religion and mythology are so closely intertwined that the various sections repeatedly refer, and are linked, to each other. This way the linearity of the narration is given up in favour of the representation of the multitude of mutual influences and meaningful links between the various aspects of Bhutan's culture. History of Bhutan Religion of Bhutan Gods and sacred mountains Top ... Help

74. Interlinked Culture is given up in favour of the representation of the multitude of mutual influencesand meaningful links between the various aspects of bhutan s culture. http://timphu.bhutan.at:81/~bhutan/altdye00/c-viex/c-viex2/start.php3

While the three chapters of the virtual exhibition can be read independently, Bhutan's history, religion and mythology are so closely intertwined that the various sections repeatedly refer, and are linked, to each other. This way the linearity of the narration is given up in favour of the representation of the multitude of mutual influences and meaningful links between the various aspects of Bhutan's culture. History of Bhutan Religion of Bhutan Gods and sacred mountains Top ... Help

75. Bhutan - General Information bhutan traditions and culture are to be retained and not dilute bhutanese Unfortunately, as bhutan s culture and traditions are kept in tact, http://www.asianinfo.org/asianinfo/bhutan/bhutan.htm

Home Cambodia China India Indonesia Japan Malaysia Mongolia Myanmer N.Korea Philippines Singapore S.Korea Taiwan Thailand Vietnam Bangkok Beijing Hong Kong Seoul Shanghai Tibet Tokyo References Asian Calendar Country Maps Country Profiles History Timeline ... World Statistics Publish your story on AsianInfo.org - Personal experiences, opinions, articles, or any information related to Asia. More Info... Search for AsianInfo.org Back to Home Bhutan Travel Guide Weather People The official estimate of Bhutan's population in 1990 was about 600,000 but other sources estimate the population for 2000 was just under 2 million. Those living in Bhutan of Nepali origin have been excluded from the official census since 1990 which results in such a large discrepancy in population numbers. Bhutan has four major ethic groups: Bhutia, Sharchops, Nepali, and other indigenous groups. The Bhutia, who are descended from Tibetans, live in the central and northern regions of Bhutan. This ethnic group basically dominates politics in Bhutan particularly with it's contribution of government officials and monks that come from it.

76. Bhutan Cultural Tours 12 Day culture Tour Western and Central bhutan 14 Day Tour Bumthang. Western Central bhutan Cultural Tour. Day - 1 Arrive Paro http://www.nirvanatour.de/Nirvanatours/Bhutan2.html

Festival Tours Adventure Tours Trekking Tours [Cultural tours] 5 Day Culture Tour in Western Bhutan 7 Day Culture Tour 12 Day Culture Tour Western and Central Bhutan 14 Day Tour - Bumthang Cultural Tour Day - 1 Arrive Paro During the journey to Paro, one will experience breath taking views of Mount Everest, Kanchenjunga and other famous Himalayan peaks, including the sacred Mount Chomolhari and Jichu Drake in Bhutan. On arrival at Paro Airport, you will be received and transfered to the hotel. Day - 2 Paro - Thimphu Day - 3 Thimphu Visit the National Library where a vast collection of ancient manuscripts are preserved. Visit the Painting and wood craft school where children are taught the traditional art of wood craft and painting. Lunch at the hotel. Afternoon drive up to Dechencholing (6 kms from Thimphu town) to view the Palace of the Queen Mother. You may also visit a small, beautiful monastery on top of a hill there. Evening relax in Thimphu's modern health club and beauty parlor "Sakten Health Club and Salon" where sauna, steam, gymnasium facilities are available as well as full beauty treatment, including hair dressing, skin care (with pure herbal products) and body massage services. For our guests, Sakten health club facilities (sauna, steam and gymnasium) are free and beauty services will be at concessional rates. Day - 4 Thimphu - Punakha/Wangdiphodrang (77 kms) After an early breakfast, drive to Punakha and Wangdiphodrang. On the way, halt at Dochula Pass (26kms) for a hot cup of tea/coffee and to enjoy the most spectacular view of the Eastern Himalayan mountain ranges. (possible on a clear day). Punakha was the former capital of Bhutan. The Punakha Dzong lies between two rivers known as Phochu and Mochu which means " Male river and Female river ". It is one of the most important Dzongs in Bhutan and now houses the District Administration office of the Punakha district and the winter residence of the Monk Body and its Chief Abbot. It was built in 1637 A.D. Wandiphodrang lies 13kms from Punakha. The Wangdiphodrang Dzong and its small town is perched on a hill between two rivers. This Dzong also houses the District Administration office of the Wangdi district and the office and the living quarters of the district monk body. The Dzong was built in 1638 A.D. Overnight at the Mendigang Resort/Zangtoe Pelri Hotel

77. Vail Daily News For Vail And Beaver Creek Colorado - Live Music This policy has preserved bhutan s culture and tradition. In 1992, however, thegovernment privatized tourism, and many travel companies popped up locally. http://www.vaildaily.com/article/20050626/AROUND07/106260014/-1/AROUND04

VAIL DAILY News Sports Classifieds ... Special Sections SERVICES Submit News Archives RSS Feeds Email Headlines ... Gardening NEWSPAPERS Aspen Times Citizen Telegram Grand Junction Free Press Eagle Valley Enterprise ... Valley Journal Search: Classifieds Place an Ad September 19, 2005 Around Vail Articles Dining Shopping Spas Performing Arts ... Live Music From Bhutan to Central Park Click to Enlarge Browse Vail Daily Photos The Vail Symposium will host Sonam Jatso in a discussion on how to travel to the Asian country of Bhutan. Jatso runs Insiders' Bhutan, a travel company that specializes in unique trips. Special to the Daily Cassie Pence June 26, 2005 Print Email The Vail Symposium is flying you to a tiny jewel in the Himalayas - Bhutan - a country where Buddhism is the way of life and the endangered snow leopard still safely roams through dense forests. This figurative flight lands at Donovan Pavilion in West Vail at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, and Bhutan native Sonam Jatso will be your guide. Jatso is founder of Insiders' Bhutan, a travel company. He will talk about the soul of Bhutan, explain how you can travel there and discuss what unique trips he offers to the Asian country. Bhutan's government practices controlled tourism, only allowing about 6,000 tourists a year to enter the country. This policy has preserved Bhutan's culture and tradition. In 1992, however, the government privatized tourism, and many travel companies popped up locally.

78. The Long Trip Home: Archives his classmates who run the nation want to protect bhutan s culture, resourcesand way of life. Travel in bhutan is restricted to guided group travel. http://www.thelongtriphome.com/archives-rlt-stewart.html

Archives The Road Less Traveled Discovering Bhutan by Anna Stewart Schmoozing in the Smokies by Sandy Summers Spell of A River Town by Diana Moes VandeHoef Getting There Can Still Be Half the Fun by Chandler Perdue A Mystical Trip to Mexico by Barbara Hilal return to main Archives The Road Less Traveled Discovering Bhutan by Anna Stewart Inside Taktsang Monastery, perched on the very edge of a cliff about 10,000 feet high, a young boy sneaks away from his mother and reaches for my hand. "Please Madam, may I show you Guru Rimpoche's eye?" He brings me around the corner, where an eye is carved into the rock. He smiles at me. This is his turf. We were in Bhutan; a tiny Buddhist nation perched on the eastern edge of the Himalayas. It holds a strategic place between India and China. Considered to be one of the least developed nations in the world, it is a country in which no citizen goes hungry. The first king of Bhutan was crowned in the early 1900s. The present monarch, His Majesty King Jigme Singye Wangchuck opened Bhutan to the world in 1974. I first heard of Bhutan as the country where the king likes to play basketball. He allowed foreigners in the country so that he could shoot hoops with them. He doesn't play much anymore with all his royal duties, four wives, and struggles with retaining Bhutan's ethnic purity. That's the official explanation, but perhaps he just got tired of always winning. The king, like his government, was educated abroad and speaks fluent English, but is fervently in favor of maintaining cultural traditions. The King and his classmates who run the nation want to protect Bhutan's culture, resources and way of life.

79. Bhutan News bhutan s culture will come alive at UTEP this week as the university celebratesbhutan Days 2005. Topics Asia Paradise found. Asia News Network Apr 1, http://www.topix.net/world/bhutan

Advanced Search Enter ZIP, City or News Search Bhutan News All Channels Front Page Autos Business ... XML World Asia Europe Oceania Middle East ... all countries..... Bhutan News continually updated from thousands of sources around the net. Front Page World News Asia Bhutan Current News Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan is full of surprises Drukgyel Dzong, now in ruins, was built in the 17th century. From here, there is a spectacular view of the sacred mountain Jhomolhari. Topics: Life Food Travel Dining ... Youths briefed on Penal Code Posted on Friday, September 16 @ 16:21:25 CDT BST 16 September 2005 - A hand shoots up in a crowd of young girls and boys. Topics: Asia IMF Survey The IMF's Executive Board commended Iraq's authorities for "having established and maintained a degree of macroeconomic stability under extremely difficult circumstances" but noted that much remains to be done. Topics: South Africa Indonesia Africa Electronics ... Making hobby a career Sales and marketing director of Diethelm Travel , Bert Lambrichs, loves his work because it gives him the leverage to travel extensively. Topics: Southeast Asia Thailand Asia San Francisco ... Bhutan to join OPCW Bhutan is to join the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons next month, the OPCW announced on Wednesday.

80. Bután / Bhutan :: Culture & Tourism Links : Kulturális és Idegenforgalmi Link International catalogue of culture and tourism. Internationaler kultureller undtouristischer Katalog. Nemzetközi kulturális és idegenforgalmi katalógus. http://katalogus.kulturinfo.hu/bt.html

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