WHY VISIT
BHUTAN?
Bhutan is no ordinary place. It is an amply modern
country yet medieval with one foot still rooted in its
past. Bhutan is aware of the downsides of rapid
modernization and has decided to move cautiously
without losing its soul. TOP 10 REASONS TO VISIT
BHUTAN
Sustainable socio-economic development,
preservation and promotion of culture and tradition,
and preservation and protection of of natural
environment are at the forefront of government
policy. Taktsang is one of the most important Buddhist monasteries
in Bhutan. It is situated on a vertical cliff 3000 mt north Paro.
The monastery was built in 1962. According to legend, Guru
Rinpoche flew on this cliff from Tibet on the back of a flaming
tigress.
Every decision is carefully weighed for the benefit of
its people. The government's 'high value-low volume'
tourism policy is therefore a good example of its
efforts to keep foreign influences at bay while
nurturing Bhutanese values at home. 2. Tsechus (Festival)
Tsechu Festival of Dance.
Tsechu is the religious festival in Bhutan. It is conducted in all
the dzongs and major monasteries. Tsechus are social
gatherings where people from near and far gather to witness
mask dances and cultural items.
This gives Bhutan a different look and feel
altogether, a visual and spiritual feast for all visitors.
1. Taktsang Goemba (Tiger's Nest Monastery)