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BhutanINTRODUCTION SSSHHHH...it's a Secret Bhutan is the best-kept secret in the travel industry. Because it is an isolated country it has not been well known to the outside world until 1960. Bhutan lies squarely in the center of the Himalayas amid the highest mountains on earth, and its amazing scenery will leave you gasping! HISTORY KNOW BEFORE YOU GO Capital: Thimphu Currency: Ngultrum Languages: Dzongkha, Tibetan and a little English Power: 230 V, 50 Hz Climate: The weather in Bhutan is dependent on where you are in the country. The weather rangers from beautiful, warm sunny days to cool nights but in some areas you are looking at freezing cold winters so check before you go. Time Zone: UTC+6 ATTRACTIONS Some of the world's most beautiful festivals are held in Bhutan, and they are truly spectactular. Being witness to one of these festivatls will give you a memory that you will keep with you forever. If you want to see it all, take a guided tour. Tangbi Mani and Haa Valley Experience the unique festivals. The first Festival is the Thimphu Drupchen, held in the capital Thimphu. Check out and see for yourself what's available at: http://www.yudruk.com/festival/tsechu06.php '''Gangkhar Phuentsum Trek & Tamshingphala Choepa Festival Take on the amazing Gangkhar Phuentsum Trek and the Tamshingphala Choepa festival. This will take you to the border area of Tibet, below the glaciers of Gangkhar Phuentsum. Explore glacial lakes and visit with yak herders. Its not often you hear anyone say "I visited the 'Yak Herders' in Bhutan." Trongsa Dzong (Fort) Dzong (fort-monastery) is the most impressive in the Country. It can be seen from far far away and is set in a strategic position high above the Mangde Chhu. An incredible work of traditional Bhutanese architecture. You can also visit a collection of buildings trailing down the ridge. It has a succession of beautiful courtyards, and is a wonder to see. RESTARAUNTS NIGHTLIFE LODGING PERSONAL STORIES 
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