Each country has its own fair share of things that are particularly unique to it. Bhutan is no exception. Sharing land boundaries with India, Bhutan is easily accessible for Indians. Click Here for all details you would need for planning a trip to Bhutan
Experiences of any kind in life have a way fo imprinting on you, leaving one touched or changed in some way or the other. We often may not even notice its impact or presence in our lives, but I have often noticed that the impact finds a way of showing itself if not immediately sometime in the future. That is one of the main reasons I think, you cannot stop traveling once you begin, the reason why people call it lust, a bug, an addiction. Here are a brief list of experiences from Bhutan that imprinted on me
1. Bhutanese Cuisine
Bhutanese favor very spicy food and it is a must to try their local cuisine – Ema Datshi (Chilli and Cheese). No guesses on its ingredients; it is a dish prepared with Chilli and Cheese to be eaten with rice. Be prepared to feel the spice flare up in your tongue and keep a big large bottle of buttermilk right by your side while you attempt the same. An experience like no other, we had gone to a small restaurant – Kalden in Thimpu. I don’t think I could ever look at Chillies the same way after that meal.
2. Rafting in Punakha
No, this is not for adventure junkies for the rivers here in Bhutan are too peaceful and harmonious like their citizens. There are hardly any currents and rafting would be pretty much a breeze. But you must attempt it for the views. The river flows between valleys of mountains and is a pictureseque background like no other. I spent the whole time in the raft ogling at the views on each side soaking up all the greenery and the mountain breeze.
3. Trek up to the Tiger’s Nest
A wonderful monastery mysteriously built atop the hill at heights unimaginable in the year of 1692. The climb is a treacherous test of your stamina but the dzong leaves you wanting for more. Do attend a prayer at the Dzong if possible, the energy levels leave you enthralled even after you have left the shrine physically.
4. Druk Beer
Every country brews its own unique flavor and I always enjoy tasting the variety of the brews. Druk Beer in Bhutan is definitely a must for all those Beer lovers. They also have these unique Wine Cooler which
5. The journey
Last but not the least, Do not forget to take pitstops along your road journeys to enjoy the view. The eastern Himalayan ranges all across Bhutan give you a scenic picturesque background in almost every turn. So remember to savour this enamouring journey along the way, stopping at those moments where the mountains manage to steal your breath away
Happy Travelling!