Monasteries, temples and peaks

Bhutan is a land of rich cultural diversity, magnificent mountain scenes and endless valleys. It is the only country where Buddhism is the state religion and the country measures its success by Gross National Happiness (GNH). The King of Bhutan said that a society which focuses on happiness means 'the creation of an enlightened society in which happiness and well-being of all people and sentient beings is the ultimate purpose of governance.' 

BHUTAN TOURS, CLIMBS AND CYCLING AND TESCHU

Known as the Land of the Thunder Dragon, Bhutan measures only 177km from the north to south and 200 from east to west. Bhutan has three distinct geographical zones; river valleys in the south, a high alpine zone (1500 - 4200m) and the high Himalayan range from 4200m all the way to the highest peak in Bhutan, Gangkhar Puensum at 7570m. 

The high alpine zone is characterized by harsh winters, short summers, shallow stony soils and strong winds, but it also boasts a diversity of flowers, from buttercups, anemones, larkspurs, everlasting flowers and asters to dandelions and thistles

Bhutan is a diverse country which offers both incredible scenery, stunning landscapes as well as a variety of flaura and fauna, to include the Bengal Tiger, Red Panda, Himalayan Black Bear and the famous Black Necked Cranes. .Its break taking mountain range offers hikers and trekkers a feast of opportunity from short treks to the toughest Snow Man trek

One of the many photographs temples is the famous Takhtsang Lakhang (also known as the Tiger’s Nest), situated at the northern end of the Paro valley. Bhutan is also known for its Tshechu's; religious festivals meaning "tenth day" held annually in various temples, monasteries and dzongs throughout the country.  They are events where entire communities come together to witness religious mask dances, receive blessings and socialise.