Day hikes in Phobjikha Valley

Phobjikha valley lies on the periphery of the Black Mountain National Park. The valley boasts two beautiful meandering rivers, Nakay chu (black water) and Gay chu (white water). From soaking in the peace and quiet of the valley, visitors can partake in day hikes with trails ranging from easy to...

WHILE IN THIMPHU, THE ROYAL TEXTILE ACADEMY IS A MUST VISIT

As the first of its kind institution dedicated to preserving, promoting and educating locals and visitors alike about Bhutanese textiles, The Royal Textile Academy (RTA) not just creates awareness about the age-old and living textile arts of Bhutan, but also showcases the finest examples of woven, embroidered and appliqued textiles...

HAVE YOUR NOSE IN A BOOK

Our guests ask us often to recommend some good books on Bhutan. So, we’ve picked out five books we’ve reviewed over the past few months and explain why they’re great reads as opposed to some average run-of-the-mill kind of books that flood the shelves of bookstores in the market Treasures...

BHUTAN : A CULINARY JOURNEY

One of the defining aspects of Bhutanese cuisine is the emphasis on local and seasonal ingredients. Due to the diverse range of ecosystems found within the country, from high-altitude alpine environments to subtropical forests, Bhutan is blessed with an abundance of natural resources. As such, a variety of cuisines can...

LEAVING A LIGHTER FOOTPRINT

Surrounded by natural beauty and biodiversity, Haa is an undiscovered eco-tourism hotspot in Bhutan. The scenic valley is more than just cultural tours, local homestays and a trekking destination. There is wide range of adventures that await you, and a must visit on your itinerary is the Katsho Eco Camp....