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Bhutan cultural tour Cultural tours give visitors a deep insight into a unique Himalayan culture, one that is finding a precarious balance between the ancient world and the global village. The Bhutanese are a friendly, warm and confident people whose rural roots are slowly giving way to rapid urbanization. You can observe this transition as you drive or trek through villages, and spend time exploring the towns. Bhutan’s traditional culture in the way of the cuisine, traditional dress and textiles, and the arts and crafts are still very much a way of daily life. Bhutan’s architecture is the best remaining example of an ancient living architecture – from the mighty ancient fortresses to the humble farm house - the stunning and strategic locations of the grand fortresses housing both monks and civil administrations.Festival or Tschechu is another way to experience religious life and practice of Bhutanese. Festivals which are held at different times of year in are an enactment of teachings of Guru Rinpoche, a great spiritual master of 8th century. During the festival, you can watch a mask dances performed by monks and mingle with people from all walks of life coming to attend this event with a finniest attires and ornaments.We have created a variety of cultural programmes to enable you to explore and understand the culture of Bhutan. Trekking in Bhutan Trekking is the best way to see Bhutan’s changing landscape and the most delightful way to explore the natural wonders of Bhutan. The kingdom is much sought after for its pristine trails that lead through a Himalayan wilderness full of some of the most exotic and endangered species of flora and fauna. For the adventurous and the nature lovers, Bhutan has a trek to suit every interest --from simple day long hikes, to fascinating alpine quest that run for days. Trek in Bhutan range from the easy-going Gangtey trek through the glacial valleys, to the moderately strenuous Druk Path trek linking Paro and Thimphu, to the challenging higher-altitude Laya-Gasa and Jumolhari treks. The Jumolhari Trek offers great variety of Bhutanese landscapes beginning with scattered hamlets and farmland, into a deep and richly forested valley, which leads to a high alpine pastureland where yak herders graze their animals. These treks also provide enchanting view of perpetual snow-capped mountains that line at the northern most highlands bordering Tibet. 21-day Snowman Trek, which is billed as one of the most difficult treks in the world suffice adventurous minds. Bumthang trek provides an exceptional opportunity to experience Bhutanese rural life. Merak and Sakten Trek, which was opened only recently runs through the highest twin nomadic villages of Merak and Sakten – be the first one to go to these place which was sequestered from rest of the world for century.
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