The
Kingdom of Bhutan is an exotic land of high mountains
and lush valleys, snow- clad peaks and clear running
springs a pristine ecology and an incredible wealth
of wild life. Hidden in the eastern Himalayas
between India and Tibet, this sparsely populated
country of six hundred thousand people is the
last surviving Mahayana Buddhist State
Bhutan has remained
a hidden secret by choice for many years. Today,
it has opened its door to visitors, and a small
number of people are welcomed to explore the hidden
kingdom. ADVENTURE THIRD POLE TREKS (P) LTD. a
leading tour operator for BHUTAN, now makes your
dream come true through its exciting programs,
specially made for you to one of the most fascinating
and mysterious land on earth .We have special
cultural and historical tours, excursion for wild
life enthusiasts and bird watchers, trekking and
expeditions for individuals as well as for groups.
Bhutan has three
regions that are open to visitors. These three
regions are distinctly different due to the prominent
north, south mountain ranges that separate each
area resulting in different topographical features.
Follow the links below for a virtual tour and
history of the regions.
Western
Bhutan: Western Bhutan is comprised of
Paro at 7200 feet, Thimphu at 7500 feet and Punakha
and Wangdue Phodrang at 4200 feet. Western Bhutan
is known for its stunning scenery with rice paddies
cascading down magnificent mountains, the pristine
rivers that flow through the main towns of Paro,
Thimphu and Punakha, and unique two-story houses
with brightly painted window designs.
Central
Bhutan: The Black Mountains separate
Western Bhutan from Central Bhutan.
This region includes Trongsa and the rich broad
valleys of Bumthang including Chhume, Choskhor,
Tang and Ura valleys. Central Bhutan is known
for its buckwheat production, its sturdy stone
houses, and its plethora of monasteries. Its the
ideal place for walking due to its broad valleys
and sloping mountains. The beauty of the Bumthang
valley is legendary.
Eastern
Bhutan: This region comprises Mongar,
Trashigang and Trashi Yangste. The forests dissipate
and the altitude is lower. The warmer climate
is suitable for growing corn, rice and wheat.
Eastern Bhutan is known for its stunning hand-loomed
textiles and the weavers are all masters of the
supplementary weft-weave technique. Eastern Bhutan
is the least traveled area of the country.
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