Mon 10 Dec 2007
Nestled in the lap of the Himalayas; picturesque Bhutan is a quaint holiday destination. Named ‘Bootan’ by the great traveler Marco Polo, this country is fondly called as ‘Druk Yul’ by the local people meaning the land of the peaceful thunder dragon. Bhutan is popular worldwide as ‘the Last Shangri-La’ or ‘the Last Place on the Roof of the World’.
Bhutan is bound by a distinctive culture and lifestyle; from monasteries and crafts to carved wooden houses. Bhutan is in no hurry to shift to the contemporary world and is thus holding on steadfast to its own unique culture. Bhutan is also a botanist’s dreamland; being called ‘Southern Valley of Medicinal Herbs’ among the flora enthusiasts. Check out more details on Bhutan travel.