Festivals in Bhutan - Treasure Chest of the Himalayas

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DRUK YUL, the DRAGON KINGDOM, as Bhutan is known, is the last Shangri-La, practically unmarred by modern highways, railways and industrial plants. Situated in the Great Himalayas, Bhutan is flanked by the Tibetan regions of China in the north and the plains of India in�the south.

With a population of about 700,000, Bhutan follows Lamaism Buddhism as its main religion. It is known for its un-spoilt culture and tradition, for in Bhutan, the past is still the present and religion is still a way of life. Besides its rich culture and tradition the country is gifted with breathtaking scenic beauty, lavished with untainted flora and a wealth of fauna living without fear of attack by hunters.
For trekkers and mountaineers, Bhutan is paradise in its real sense. Trekkers may even go to the base camp of Mount Jhomolhari, Soi, Lingshi (Northwest), Gasa, Laya and the isolated wilderness of Lunana in the north. Trekking through the hill slopes of the country means treading through areas with rare botanical treasures, encountering colorful birds, butterflies and even rare animals like the golden takin - the National Animal of Bhutan - and blue sheep.

For travelers in search of enchantment and tranquility a journey through Bhutan holds promise of a deep and refreshing communion with nature in its varying beauty. Bhutan is also�known for its colorful festivals with mask dances displaying its rich and wealthy cultural heritage with deep-rooted religious meanings.

The simple yet warm-hearted outlook of the Bhutanese, their hospitality and ever-ready sense of humor have captivated travelers from all around the world. No wonder that the country and its people enchant visitors with the spell it casts: alluring and addictive - making them return again and again.

With the introduction of tourism in the Kingdom, the Royal Government of Bhutan hopes to further its existing close co-operation and friendship not only with its neighboring countries, but also with all countries far and beyond.

Bhutan is largely free of air pollution, earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. There is no political turmoil (such as civil wars, strikes...), no traffic jams, no rush hours and any kind of criminal activity. In Bhutan, you can devote your full attention to a world of natural beauty and rich tradition with the added bonus of the friendly charm of the Bhutanese people.