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The last Himalayan kingdom

Bhutan

The last Himalayan Buddhist kingdom — cliff-clinging monasteries, fortress-dzongs, and a national focus on Gross National Happiness.

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Paro Taktsang — the Tiger’s Nest
Paro Taktsang — the Tiger’s Nest
Tashichho Dzong, Thimphu
Tashichho Dzong, Thimphu
Punakha Dzong at the river confluence
Punakha Dzong at the river confluence
Capital
Thimphu
Language
Dzongkha
Currency
BTN (Bhutanese Ngultrum)
Power
230 V · plug type C, D, G
Best time
Mar–May & Sep–Nov (clear)
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Icons of Bhutan

What makes Bhutan, Bhutan

Thunder Dragon
Fortress Dzong
Prayer Wheel
Prayer Flags
Himalaya
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Travel gear for Bhutan

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Get to Bhutan & get around

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Do & see

Things to do in Bhutan

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Travel essentials

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Where to go

Notable places in Bhutan

Paro Taktsang — the Tiger’s Nest
Paro Taktsang — the Tiger’s Nest
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Tiger’s Nest (Paro Taktsang)

A monastery clinging to a sheer 900-m cliff — Bhutan’s unforgettable icon.

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Tashichho Dzong, Thimphu
Tashichho Dzong, Thimphu
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Thimphu

The traffic-light-free capital of dzongs, weekend markets, and a giant Buddha.

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Punakha Dzong at the river confluence
Punakha Dzong at the river confluence
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Punakha

A magnificent riverside dzong at the confluence of two rivers.

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The big picture

About Bhutan

The last Himalayan Buddhist kingdom — cliff-clinging monasteries, fortress-dzongs, and a national focus on Gross National Happiness.

Source: Wikipedia · CC BY-SA 4.0

The Tiger’s Nest clinging to the cliff
Before you fly

Visa info

Bhutan visa: All visitors (except India, Bangladesh, Maldives) must book through the official system and pay a Sustainable Development Fee. Arrange via a licensed operator.
Visa rules change frequently. Always confirm with the official authorities of Bhutan (or a licensed tour operator / the official Department of Tourism portal) for your nationality before booking flights.
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