The chorten, in sancrit its called stupa which symbolize the
mind of Buddha and there are many different kind of it, like Tibetan style,
Nepales style, Bhutanese style and many more. It is built to ward off evil
spirits from the places that are identified as threshold, like mountain passes,
river confluences, bridges etc. but some are built in a place where historical
figures have visited or meditated. It has been built in the memory of passed
away peoples. So, if u come to Bhutan u will see, as seeing is believing.
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For The Spirited TravelerWednesday, February 29, 2012
Textiles
Bhutan textiles are renowned for their distinctive patterns
inspired by nature and the textiles are now prized among collectors as a rare art
form that is being practiced only among a very small community in the remote
kingdom of Bhutan. Its importance, weaving receives Royal patronage and in
order to help keep the tradition alive, competitions are held and prizes
awarded. A textile Museum has established to generate interest and display the
rich collection of most intricate fabrics woven over different periods.
Bhutan’s art and crafts also reflect the unique spirit and identity of the
Himalayan kingdom.
Most handicraft emporiums and shops in towns display hand
woven textiles and other hand crafted artifacts, arts, crafts and souvenirs.
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Culture and Tradition
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Bhutan is a unique blend of the old and the new.Here is a country that is slowly opening up to the modern world in a fine balance with its ancient traditions.Bhutan is often described as a unique,deeply spiritual and mystical kingdom. Religion and faith play a fundamental role and permeates in all aspects of the people......***ABOUT US: Bhutan Folklands Tours is proud to put on offer - in an ambiance of homely atmosphere- a tailored trip as per your likes and dislikes, and to insure that yout stay with us is to the best of our abilities and to your preferred tastes. Your convenience is our priority and we are here, well trained and equipped, to make a home away from home for you, with all our hearts and minds. Enjoy Your Stay! Tashi Delek! For The Spirited Traveler
Sunday, February 26, 2012
Trekking in Bhutan..
The
Bhutanese don’t necessarily have the same idea about trekking as foreigners;
for them it means a trip to their home village, a pilgrimage to a monastery
high in the mountains, placing prayer flags on mountaintops, visiting one of
the country’s hot springs, or (for those in remote areas) a visit to the market
to buy supplies.
Trekking
in Bhutan is different from other regions in Asia. You are trekking in a
country steeped in Buddhist traditions and culture, even high up in the
mountains. Bhutan Himalaya, with a forest/ shrub cover of around 80 percent and
plenty of rain in the monsoon months, provides an enormously rich flora and
fauna, unlike anywhere else in this region. There are fewer villages in the
high mountains of Bhutan than there are in places such as Nepal, and villagers
often gaze at trekkers because they see so few. The daily altitude gain in
Bhutan Himalaya is typically more than in other Himalayan countries, and
trekking in the northern part often involves crossing more than one high pass
of 5000m. Trekking in Bhutan is also more costly then in most other Himalayan
destinations. Part of the daily rate (government tax about $US70) is indirect
development aid. Every trek is led by a qualified Bhutanese guide (without a
support group of Sherpas as in Nepal). Trekking in the Bhutan Himalayas does
not require any special technical skills.
The
mountains are covered with a network of trails but, because of the sparse
population, these are not heavily traveled. The trails are generally in good
condition, and fit, experienced walkers should have no difficulty navigating
them, although natural obstacles such as snowfall and landslides can require a
change of plan. There are also very few trekkers to encounter (600–1000 each
year, the majority of whom are on the Jhomolhari trek).
Meals on trek are as
good as anywhere in the Himalayas. Lunch is not like the typical Nepalese
extended break where a hot lunch is cooked; in Bhutan a hot lunch is prepared
at breakfast time and carried in thermos flasks and pots. Animals such as mules
and yaks will transport your luggage. Sometimes – on the first day yaks are
used – they may arrive late at the start or end of the day (or not arrive at
all because they have turned round and gone home!). It therefore makes sense to
carry dry (and warm) clothing in your daypack, just in case you reach camp
before the luggage arrives.
No
food is sold along the trail, so trekking in Bhutan involves a lot of luggage.
A party of eight trekkers will typically have four members of staff, four yak
herders or horsemen, and more than 20 yaks or small but sturdy horses. There
are few burglary or safety problems while trekking or camping. Campfires are
generally not permitted, but at certain villages locals are allowed to sell
firewood.
Trekking
in the Himalayas is often thought to be the preserve of the super-fit, but
there are treks catering for all different fitness levels: easy to tough, short
to long, and from lower to higher altitude. Of course, it helps to be fit and
prepared for a trek. Make sure you choose a trek that is not too difficult or
hard. It is never fun to have to give up and turn back, or to exhaust yourself
and so be unable to finish the trek. The most important thing is that you are
happy to walk for several days, and that you enjoy camping. Trekking grades can
be confusing. Each commercial operator uses their own grading systems, so check
them out carefully. A good trek description should enable you to make the right
choice.
In
general trekking in Bhutan includes long days with several ascents and descents
each day. Bhutan’s valleys are steeper then in neighboring Nepal. The trails
are less used simply because the population is at a much lower level in Bhutan.
Trekking
grades used in the Bhutan trekker’s guidebook:
Easy:
lower altitude, good trails, shorter days, short treks, suitable for most
people
Moderate:
a mix between low and high altitude and shorter and longer days, not always on
a good trail, basic fitness required
Demanding:
traveling at altitude, some high passes to be crossed, trails not always in the
best state, possible river crossings, some longer days, higher level of fitness
required
Strenuous:
high altitude, high passes, high camping, difficult trails, possible river
crossings, long days, long treks, only for well-prepared trekkers (previous
experience recommended)
Climate
and trekking seasons-
The
most popular period for trekking in Bhutan is spring and autumn. However, with
climate change the seasonal patterns are becoming less predictable. The
country, located in the eastern part of the Himalayas, receives a good deal of
rain. The valleys experience strong winds, and each one has its own weather.
Mountains tend to create their own weather patterns with storms, hail, snow and
thunder. Be aware of wind and rain, which can have a major effect on temperature.
Note: When flying in and out of
the country count on extra days because precipitation and overcast conditions
may cause the airport to be closed.
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Takin
TAKIN..is our national animal...head of goat and body of cow...just to write an artical about this animal...it took a week just to get permission...by that time ,my guest from lonely planet(editor)have to go back..so, i felt that i miss a great opportunity for myself and for the tourism industry in Bhutan...
Friday, February 24, 2012
Mountains
Thursday, February 16, 2012
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Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Mask dances
Bhutan is divided into 20 districts(dzongkhag) and every district got annual festival called tshechu(10th day of the lunar calender ), where mask dances are perform by monk and lay people,with traditional dances and songs by women.This festivals are dedicated to Guru Rinpoche ,who is worshiped as second Budha and came to Bhutan in 746ad .....
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Monday, February 13, 2012
Thimphu, capital of Bhutan
Whether you are a businessman on a business
trip, a FIT traveler on a wander-lust or a tourist in a pax,please come to Bhutan and Bhutan Folk Lands Tours will give you very happy and satisfying trip.
Needless to say, from modern shopping malls to traditional arts and crafts schools and other
landmarks such as the Folk Heritage Museum, the Changangkha Lhakhang (monastery),
the Memorial Chhorten, the Tashichho Dzong (fortress) which houses the offices
of His Majesty the King and the Spiritual Ruler, the Je Khenpo, to the
Centenary Farmer’s Market, the Museum of Textiles, a particularly rich
tradition where to this day the dress code is more than just a ceremonial
cloth, to the giant statue of the Buddha Dordenma at Kuensel Phodrang,
overlooking the capital in a majestic setting standing 51.5 meters tall, (making
it the 17th tallest Buddha statue in the world), the prospects of exploration within capital city,Thimphu
.
Thimphu, capital city....
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Sunday, February 12, 2012
ACHARA
In The Land of Gross National Happiness... ***ABOUT US:
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Monday, February 6, 2012
The Fortress of The Glorious Dharma
Tashi Chho Dzong .....The Religious and Administrative Headquarters of both the Je Khenpo, the Spiritual Leader and that of the King, His Majesty Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck. A similar contemporary dzong faces the historical from across the Wang Chhu River. This Dzong (below) is the seat of the first democratically elected Prime Minister of Bhutan, Jigmi Y Thinley. Besides, it also houses the Parliament.
A picturesque view of the Two Dzongs
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A picturesque view of the Two Dzongs
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How Travelers Travel.....
· Pilgrim –
For the spirited traveler
(Somebody
who makes a special journey- Also denotes traveling as a spiritual experience)
· Milestone – Traveling without limits
(Nothing like a milestone to denote
everything associated with traveling)
· Gaze – Where traveling is an art
· Pioneer
– Exploring new frontiers
(Denotes
adventure, travel, discovery and being there first)
· Experience – Taking you places
· Horizon
- Looking here and beyond
· Highland
– On top of the world
(Denotes
Bhutan’s geography and the borders beyond- Nepal-India-North East India and
Bangladesh)
· Frontier
- Adventure on the edge
· Footprints – We walk the talk
· Journey – Where traveling is the
destination
· Wanderer – The magazine for the traveling
wanderlust
· Wanderlust – Savoring every trip
· Wonder – It’s all here
· Explore - Where
there are no milestones
· No Limits - Be
all you can be
· Savor – For the passionate trave
Song and dance performed by women in traditionally way
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My country Bhutan
Bhutan is gifted with scenic beauty, unique culture, inimitable philosophy of Gross National Happiness and stable leadership; these attributes coupled with taglines of ‘Last Shangri-La’ and ‘Where Happiness is a Place’ allows us to levy the high tariff of USD.
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Sunday, February 5, 2012
Booking your trip
It is advisable to book your holiday several months in advance to ensure the smooth planning of your trip.Since tourism started relatively recently in Bhutan,which was only from 1974,tourist infrastructure is still limited.There is also a limited number of flight in and out of the country.This means that peak season can be quite busy,so the earlier you book,the better chance we have of securing flights and good hotel rooms for you.
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Saturday, February 4, 2012
There Is No Load When You're On The Road...
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Tiger's Nest Temple
On my way to the Tiger's Nest Temple.....which takes me around one hour just to reach the cafeteria,where I can relax and drink coffee or tea,we can even go for beer or juice.After that,start hiking another one hour just to reach the temple,which is just above my head in the picture below.After seeing and bowing down to all those wonderful paintings and statues, which is inside temples and start walking back,it takes me roughly eighty minutes to reach the base,if I do not stop at the cafeteria for lunch....
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Friday, February 3, 2012
Bhutan: “Gross National Happiness & Roaring Dragons”
Now infamous as the country that brought Gross
National Happiness to the world, Bhutan shows that at a mere 18,147km2, small
can sometimes be better. So what can you expect in the land of roaring dragons?
A landlocked nation on the southern slopes of
the Eastern Himalaya, the Kingdom of Bhutan is surrounded by the Tibet
Autonomous Region of China to the north, and the Indian states of Sikkim,
Bengal, Assam and Arunachal Pradesh to the west, south and east.
Bhutan’s considerable variation in altitude,
from subtropical in the south to temperate in the highlands and year-round snow
in the north, forms five distinct seasons: summer, monsoon, autumn, winter and
spring.
Bhutan’s
great geographical diversity, combined with equally diverse climate conditions,
contribute to the country’s outstanding range of biodiversity and ecosystems.
More than 120 species of butterflies, 28 of
which are endemic to the Eastern Himalayas (they occur only in this region) ,
and as many as 750 plant species endemic to the Eastern Himalayas are found in
the country. Providing a home for this diversity are sub-tropical forests, warm
and cool broad-leaved forests, evergreen oak forests, chir-pine forests, and
alpine meadows among others.
Tigers, one horned rhinos, golden langours,
clouded leopards, the sloth bear, the Himalayan black bear and the red panda
are some of the species that have found a relatively safe refuge in Bhutan.
POPULATION & RELIGION:
Ngalops, Sharchops and Lhotsampas are the major
ethnic groups. At least 24 languages are spoken in the country, many of which
have yet to be recorded.
About three fourths of the population practices
Vajrayana Buddhism, followed by Hinduism.
ECONOMY & DEVELOPMENT:
Agriculture, forestry, and the export of
hydroelectric power to India are the foundations of Bhutan’s economy. More than
80% of the population is involved in agriculture, mostly subsistence farming
and animal husbandry. Crops include rice, chili, dairy products (from yak),
barley, apples, and citrus and maize at lower elevations.***For The Spirited Traveler
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