As winter sets in, all means and methods are explored in attempts to stay warm. But one delicious solution, many would have noticed by now, comes in a bowl. The hot and steamy noodles, what locals call thukpa, is an armour that helps shield cold in this blue weather. The soupy dish makes an occasional […]
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Bhutan houses more than 700 species of birds, including the Brown-headed Barbet Megalaima zeylanica
Rice is Bhutan’s staple food, especially in the west and most farmers grow paddy.
Masks dances (Chhams) are performed during Tsechus (religious festivals). Every dance has a profound meaning.
Religion plays a very important role in Bhutan. Young boys enroll in religious institutions from a very tender age.
This view of the enthralling Paro valley is one of the delights you can savour during your treks.
The unique Bhutanese architecture is one of the most envied throughout the world.
Bhutan and Australia celebrate 15 years of diplomatic relationship As the new year dawns, Bhutan will celebrate a special country. Bhutan will cherish the friendship it shares, the support it received all these years and the world of difference it has made to many Bhutanese. Bhutan will commemorate its extraordinary tie with Australia in 2018. […]
Capital city Thimphu celebrates its annual tsechu, for three days, which began yesterday. Monsoon having ceased, farm work temporarily suspended until harvest and offices closed, it’s a time for leisure for Thimphu residents, who head to the majestic Tashichhhodzong in their best attire saved for the occasion. There will be age-old sacred mask dances and […]
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