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Bhutan:Jambay Lhakhang Drup:Bumthang's Festival

by mlguitar

Hi, I just visited this festival this year, 30 Oct 2012. I would say this festival is rather special and not the usual masked dances festivals you will attend in any part of the world.My first trip to Bhutan was in March 2011 for the Paro festival. I fell in love with this country because of its cultural, friendly people and beautiful sceneries. Because of this, I decided to visit Bhutan again this year to visit this Jambay Lhakhang Festival in Bumthang. During the day, you will witness the masked dances festival at the Jambay Lhakhang. The highlight is the midnight dance with 16 naked man around the bonfire. In the 8th century, in order to subdue evils which prevented the construction of this temple, the villagers danced nakedly in front of the evils to distract them. The great treasure discoverer, Tertoen Dorji Lingpa, managed to subdue the demons. Today, all the local bhutanese...

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Is Bhutan Safe for Visitors?

by bkarjee

Bhutan is one of the safest place on earth. Perfectly safe, even if you are a single female. There is a lot of ignorance among people about Bhutan, probably because not much is publicized in the press for Bhutan. The only issue is that you have to visit this place in groups. You cannot visit this place alone, unless you are an Indian or Nepalese.

go to Tiger Nest monastry

by delespesse

It is a short and hard walk (3 hours up, 1,5 down) but the place is wonderfull!It is a perfect 1/2 trip from Paro.Bhutan is a wonderfull country.If you go, I strongly recomend to contact Bhutan Travel: it is a middle size agency based in Timphu with a perfect service and organisation. Ask for Mr Daza, the general manager and Mr Palden a perfect guide: www.tourbhutantravel.comPhilippe

Getting to BHUTAN

by michael_abraham

My family and I went to Bhutan in June this year and let me tell you, the trip was amazing. we initially had problems getting information on Bhutan and especially finding a local travel agent who would'nt clean us dry. After spending weeks on the internet and through some personal friends in Asia, i managed to get in touch with Mr Rinchhen of A Middle Path to BHUTAN (http://www.middlepath2bhutan.com/) . With his help, I managed to sort things out and my trip to Bhutan became a reality. Helpful, kind, always ready to assist and above all a true gentleman, Mr Rinchhen is what travel consultants should be. Thimphu, Paro and Punakha are the main places to see in Bhutan. This country is a magical land hidden away in the Himalayas. For those who havent been to Bhutan, all i can say is a trip in a lifetime is a must. You will not regret the memories you bring back with you. Go for it - you...

Peaceful

by wonga0

Bhutan is hidden in the Himalayas. Here is one of the most beautiful valleys called Phubjikha valley which carves itself through the mountain slopes. It makes me think of the symphonic poem "The Moldau" by Smetana.The mountain slopes are to my surprise very gentle, probably because it's cushioned by the tall cypress. The flat land are always patches of paddy fields.I like the mountains, tall trees, the greens, blue sky and radiant smiles of everybody.

Bhutan Vs. Switzerland

by illa

Bhutan reminds a lot of westerners of Switzerland, no matter by its shape, the area, rolling mountains, green forests, pasture, chalets in the mountains...There should at least be one more thing in common, both countries are very expensive as travel destinations. They are both beautiful too, very well reserved. I have to say it's very smart to manage a country in such a way. You are not watched in Bhutan as you are in other countries, like Nepal. Nobody comes up to you everyday and asks "Where are you from?" Nobody follows you to try to sell you something, or cadge...I always wonder if Bhutanese have curiosities about the world; or are they just shy?

Om Mani Padme Hum

by Raingirl_0675

Monasteries aboud, here. Dzongs and Chortens, with shining " stupas ", elaborately carved and painted woodwork, huge prayer wheels, solemn gong of prayer bells, sweet fumes of burning incense and beautiful, delicate wax figurines and prayer lamps.

Narviking's General Tip

by Narviking

The fondest memory of Bhutan are Sonam and his family and the time we spent with them, both doing sightseeing and in their home. They were so friendly and nice people and we dont know how to thank them for all they did for us. Without their help we would never have been able to visit Bhutan. They certainly did so that we left Bhutan with a very positive attitude towards that beautiful country. THE PHOTO:ME AND MUM WITH SONAM AND FAMILYMEMBERS.

You should take the times...

by Sirod

You should take the times during the big tsechus. The hole aerea is then at the Dzongs and 1000 things will happen around you. Take the time and think about, that all this dances and music is not a tourist howabow - it is a deep religious ceremony ( ok the Bhutanese more use it as a yearly 'see-and-be-seen'. But you will feel the deep spiritual power there - if you like to feel it ! It was a spontan meeting with an old monk, reading religious textes. I came in the tempel and found myself in another world. The monk just looked in my eyes for a part of a second, but I understand, that there is more than a western brain is able to understand.

bring a camerapic from...

by billus

bring a camerapic from cyberia Bhutan is a nice destination, all the colors are brilliant there, in my opinion, because its closer to the sun. It was such a weird experience there, because they have this royal family and this upper class thing, which is probably something like the Royal Courts of Europe c. 1600. At the top are all these catty, bantering philanderers with western educations and laser discs and a fridge full of king-sized beers. Additionally they each have an entire contingent of servants at their beck an call, ready to dispense aforementioned at a moments notice. Or to perform menial tasks such as sew buttons, amuse the children, receive verbal abuse, etc. If you are an unlucky servant who falls into disfavour, you will never work in Thimphu again. Then there are the 99.9% of the population who are subsistence-level farmers, whose beasts are run down by members of the...

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