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         Country Name:Kingdom of Bhutan / Area: 47,000  sq km / Population: 18 million / Capital city: Thimpu /                   People: Drukpa / Language: Dzongkha / Religion: Mahayana Buddhism / Government: Monarchy 

Guru Rinpoche (Precious Master) is the father of the Tantric strain of Mahayana Buddhism practiced in Bhutan Sgabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, a tibetan lama of the Drukpa School, arrived in Bhutan in1616. He introduced the present dual system of religious and secular government. Shabdrung unified the country, and established himself as the country's supreme leader and vested civil power in a high officer known as the Druk Desi

Bhutan's earliest residents, the Sharchops reside predominantly in eastern Bhutan. Their origin can be traced to the tribes of northern Burma and northeast India. The Ngalops migrated from the Tibetan plains and are the importers of Buddhism to the kingdom. Most of the   Lhotsampas migrated to the southern plains in search of agricultural land and work in the early 20th century. 

Throughout Bhutan, stupas and chortens line the roadside commemorating places where Guru Rinpoche or another high Lama may have stopped to meditate. Prayer flags dot the hills, fluttering in the wind. They allow Bhutanese people to maintain constant communication with the heavens.

Bhutan has open three regions to Tourist. These three regions are different due to different topographical features.

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.

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.

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

General Information:

Entry : By air to Bhutan is by Druk Air, the official airlines of Bhutan. The airport is at Paro, 2 hours from Thimpu, the capital. Flights are avilable from Bangkok, Dhaka, Delhi, Kathmandu and Kolkatta (Calcutta).

Road Entry : Overland is from the southern town of Phuntsokling, 6 hours from Thimpu.

Don't : The Bhutanese Government discourages tourists from giving away candies, medicine, money, or gifts of any kind to the local people as this can lead to the unhealthy practice of begging.

The export/import of the following items are strictly prohibited: arms & ammunition / narcotics and drugs, except prescribed  medication / antiques  / wildlife products

Visa :  To book your tickets with Druk Air, visa clearance must be obtained from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. /. A Visa Stamp is given on arrival at the port of entry, on payment of USD 20 for a 15-day visa. Extension for a maximum of 6 months may be obtained in Thimpu.

Following details are required for Visa.: - Full name / Permanent address / Sex / Date of birth / Passport number with date and                                                            place of issue and expiry date / Nationality / Occupation