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Frazzled
and paced out with a hectic lifestyle? Arrive in the Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan to its
pure, pure air and unblemished habitat fiercely protected by its people. Monasteries with
ancient sanctum sanctorum alive with legends of the past; unfrequented trekking trails
that take you deep |
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into the valleys; people who are happy
walking the path of their ancestors - these are just wee glimpses into your rejuvenation
experience. The country isnt promoting tourism on a big scale and you will not be
particularly seduced by its amenities. If you can visualize your visit as a privilege peek
at pristine and protected land, youve got the essence! |
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Bhutan lies west of the Indian state of
Arunachal Pradesh and east of Nepal. Thimpu, the capital, is at an altitude of 7700 feet, a
small charming city in the heart of the Himalayas. Modernisation is strictly monitored and
buildings must be made in the traditional Bhutanese style and cannot exceed a |
specified height. In fact, the first and the
only traffic light was installed near a chorten (a small Buddhist temple) but was later
removed upon the order of the king as not suitable to the environs of Thimpu. |
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F A C
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| Full Name |
Kingdom of Bhutan |
| Area |
47,000sq km |
| Population |
2,094,176 |
| Capital City |
Thimpu |
| Religion |
Lamaistic Buddhist (75%), Hinduism (25%) |
| Language |
Dzongkha, Tibetan & Nepalese dialects |
| Government |
Monarchy |
Head
of State |
King Jigme Singye Wangchuk |
Currency |
Ngultrum (BTN), Rupee (IND) |
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