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Spiritual Journey |
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Bhutan is a scred land with deeply spiritual people. Buddhism and Hinduism are both practiced although the majority of people are Buddhists. There are more than 10,000 stupas or chortens and more than 2,000 monasteries in the kingdom, many built centuries ago in honor of the teachings of Buddhism. Some are national treasures like the Taktshang-the tiger's nest.
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People
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Bhutan is one of the least densely populated countries in the world, with 79 percent of the total population living in the rural areas.
People in Bhutan, no matter how simple their rural lives are, have a welcome smile for every visitor. The Bhutanese people are gracious hosts and treat all visitors as guests. |
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Trekking and Adventure |
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Trekking in Bhutan is a unique experience unlike many of the more crowded treks offered in Asia. The variety of trek range from 3 days trek to the 25 days. |
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Festivals |
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Festivals in the land of the Thunder Dragon are rich and happy expressions of it's ancient Buddhist culture. These festivals are held in all districts in honour of Guru Rinpoche, the saint who introduced Buddhism to Bhutan in the 8th century.
The Tsechus ( major festival ) are a rich form of oral history tradition where the Bhutanese pass on values, mythology and spiritual belief through the dance and dramas. Tsechus are held on auspicious days and months in the Bhutanese calendar and last upto 4 days. |
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