Bhutan is widely regarded as a land of natural beauty, spirituality, age-old customs and traditions, and vibrant modernity, all of which contribute to its unique appeal as a travel destination. However, what truly sets Bhutan apart is its legendary hospitality, which is deeply ingrained in the country’s culture and traditions.
Yes, its is true that Bhutan is often referred to as Asia’s best-kept secret, as it has managed to preserve its unique cultural identity and traditional way of life in the face of modernization and globalization. The country has a carefully controlled tourism industry, which prioritizes sustainability and responsible tourism practices to ensure that the natural and cultural heritage of Bhutan is protected for future generations.
The land is dotted with maroon-robed monks, ancient Buddhist temples, fluttering prayer flags and friendly smiles. Gross National Happiness (GNH) and not GDP is used to measure development in Bhutan. The Bhutanese constitution mandates 70% of the country to remain under forest cover for all times. Bhutan is not just carbon neutral; in fact, it is the only country in the world that is carbon negative – meaning it absorbs more co2 than it emits. And here’s a fun fact: Bhutan is the only country in the world where there are no traffic lights. Also, the Bhutanese use chilies as a vegetable and not as a spice. The country’s de-facto national dish (Ema Dastsi) is made up of fiery chilies and cheese.
If all that is not unique, we don’t know what is.
Only a small number of visitors are allowed into Bhutan each year. It’s pretty special and, with us – Yak Holidays, you can rest assured that you’ll be away from the usual tourist trail and experience the real essence of the country, its people and its rich culture.
