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About Bhutan

There's a place on earth that even the most seasoned travellers consider a privilege to visit. And, although it is voted one of the world's top travel destinations, vary few make it. This is Druk Yul.  Bhutan, the land of the Thunder Dragon.

Plan your dream Bhutan Trip.

Capital City

Thimpu

Population

672,425 ( latest census )

Country Size

38,394 Sq Km

Language

Dzongkha ( National Language ),  English ( understood )

 

Religion

Mahayana Buddhism is the state religion. Hindu is dominant faith in the south. Some residues of Bon, animism and shamanism still exist in some part of the country.

Time

Six hour ahead of GMT

Currency

The Ngultrum ( at par with the Indian Rupee )

 

Favorite Bhutan Trips 

 
Druk Yul Tour  ( 7 Days )
Includes Paro, Tiger Nest, Kitsu Lhakhang, Punakha Dzong, Gangtey,Thimpu, and more.. 
Nepal Bhutan Tour ( 8 Days )
Trip includes Kathmandu, Tiger nest, Paro, Thimpu, etc
Bhutan Classic ( 14 Days/ pdf format 850kb )
Best combination of sights in Kathmandu, Thimpu, Paro, Takshang Tiger Nest, Punakha, Gantey, Bumathang and more..
Discover beyond Himalayas ( 12 Days )
This tour is perfect combination of three countries Nepal, Bhutan and Tibet