The Kingdom of Bhutan is a tranquil country where you can explore the ancient cultures, beautiful landscapes and magnificent
architecture.
Bhutan, called Druk Yul by its people, is known as the “Land of the Thunder Dragon”. It is one of the world’s most beautiful, yet mysterious
places. It is located on the eastern edge of the Himalayan Mountain region. A large part of the area is forested welcoming a diverse ecosystem of flora
and fauna. The country stretches from subtropical valleys and plains to snowcapped mountain ranges. This landscape makes it the perfect place to trek
through the majestic valleys or steep mountains to visit ancient architecture and Buddhist temples.
Bhutan has a rich culture where most of its 700,000 inhabitants practice the Buddhist religion. This secluded land has a rich history embedded into the
society and shows through the festival reenactments. Bhutan’s ancient cultural traditions have continued to grow despite the current technological
restructuring. Only since the mid 1970’s technology has come to Bhutan. It has become the ultimate tourist destination for adventurers, spiritual
awakenings, and serene visages.
Where is Bhutan located?
The Kingdom of Bhutan is a small landlocked country located in the South Asia region. The South Asia region consists of Afghanistan, Pakistan, India,
Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, the Maldives and Sri Lanka. Bhutan is located in the southern foothills of the Himalayan mountain range, sandwiched between two
superpowers - the People's Republic of China in the north and the Republic of India in the south. Tibet is located on its northern border, while three
Indian cities are bordering Bhutan with Sikkim to the east, Arunachal Pradesh to the east and Assam state to the south.
Bhutan is a sovereign nation with a total land area of 38,394 km² and a population of around 771,608 people making it one of the least populated
countries.