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Bhutan, In Search of a Celestial Kingdom Part 1.Road to Merak, an Unchartered Land (2014.03.09)
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Welcome to the Dragon Kingdom || Bhutan Travel Vlog (Part 1)
Welcome to the Dragon Kingdom of Bhutan! Thanks to Flying Fox Bhutan ( for giving me a 3 day tour around this beautiful kingdom. In my first episode, we learn about Bhutanese culture, visit the worlds largest sitting Buddha, see the national animal, Takin, visit a monastery for women, and check out the local markets of Thimphu. Stay tuned for more episodes to come!
Tucked away deep in the Himalayas, landlocked between the worlds two largest countries is the small kingdom of Bhutan. The land of Dragons. Boasting the worlds happiest people and surrounded by natural beauty this nation of less than a million people remains a mystery to most of the world. A complicated visa and expensive daily tourism fee makes it even more elusive. But the high value, low volume tourism model intrigued me allowing me to escape into this world of peace and brought back a sense of true discovery. This is day 1 of my 3 day adventure with Flying Fox Bhutan, and here’s how it went…
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In dieser Dokumentation nehme ich dich mit auf eine abwechslungsreiche Reise durch das beeindruckende Königreich Bhutan samt Mehrtageswanderung auf dem Druk Path
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In meiner Rolle als Markenbotschafter für G Adventures bekam ich die Gelegenheit durch dieses beindruckende Land zu Reisen und seine Klöster, Festungen, Tempel, das Essen, die Traditionen und sogar das Nachtleben kennenzulernen und dadurch einen tiefen Einblick in die Kultur zu erhalten. In Kombination mit einer herausfordernden 4 Tageswanderung im Himalaya entlang des Druk Paths hat mich Bhutan regelrecht umgehauen.
Mit diesem Video möchte ich dir einen Überblick über das Land Bhutan und seine Kultur geben. Darüber hinaus gehe ich auf das Reisen in Bhutan und die Visa-Regelung ein.
Um Massentourismus zu verhindern und gleichzeitig die Umweltbelastungen auf die weitestgehend unberührten Landschaften Bhutans gering zu halten, ist nach dem Konzept „High Value, Low Impact“ für jedes Arrangement ein Mindestpreis von 200 oder 250 US-Dollar pro Nacht (je nach Jahreszeit) vorgeschrieben. Diese Gebühr beinhaltet jedoch gleichzeitig die Übernachtung im Hotel, alle Mahlzeiten, einen Guide, alle Eintritte und Transfers innerhalb des Landes.
Nutze diesen Bhutan Guide gerne als Vorbereitung auf deinen eigenen Bhutan Urlaub!
Tipps & Sehenswürdigkeiten in Bhutan die in diesem Video vorgestellt werden:
- Druk Path Trek
- Paro Dzong
- Punakha Dzong
- Tigers Nest / Paro Taktsang
- Jele Dzong
- Memorial Chorten Thimphu
- Buddha Dordenma
- Archery Ground Thimphu
- Royal Takin Preserve
- Institute for Zorig Chosum
- Dochula Pass
- Chimi Lakhang monastery
- Kyichu Lhakhang
—Über meine Zusammenarbeit mit G Adventures—
Viele Jahre habe ich nach einem passenden Tour-Partner gesucht, der Touren anbietet die sich sowohl mit meinem Reisestil als auch meinen Werten (nachhaltiges Reisen & die Einbeziehung der lokalen Community einbezieht) decken. Nach zahlreichen Gesprächen und Meetings bin ich froh in G Adventures diesen Kooperationspartner gefunden zu haben. G Adventures bietet zahlreiche Abenteuer für Reisende wie mich rund um den Globus an und legt ebenfalls einen starken Fokus auf Nachhaltigkeit und die Zusammenarbeit mit lokalen Businesses.
Ich habe diese Kooperation forciert weil ich zum Einen von den Paketen die G Adventures anbietet überzeugt bin und mir zum Anderen die Philosophie und Ausrichtung des Unternehmens zusagt. Nichtsdestotrotz bleiben meine Meinungen, Empfehlungen und Ansichten davon unberührt.
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MERAK TSECHU- RARE FOOTAGES
The Unique dance is performed only in places like Merak-sakteng in Tashigang and Lauri in Samdrupjongkhar District. The dance was introduced by well known saint Thangtong Gyalpo who is popularly known as the saint who built iron bridges in BHUTAN and Beyond in 14th century.
Today the unique intangible culture of performing arts is witnessed by hundreds of highlanders. During the Merak Festival, the herdsmen and layman from Lauri performed for two consecutive days and the locals witnessed the chaam without fail. .
Merak Festival is only festive occasion where most of the semi nomads get to respite from there daily cattle herding routine.
The World's Most Dangerous Approach - Paro, Bhutan
Join me on a flight with Bhutan Airlines (Tashi Air) A319 from Kathmandu to Paro, Bhutan. Paro Airport is situated in between mountains and valleys at 7,332 ft above sea level. The approach is well considered as one of the most dangerous and most spectacular in the world. Check out the amazing landing footage.
In addition, the flight also flew across many top 10 mountains in the world include Mt Everest.
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Join us for a spectacular and thrilling, up close, documentary look at the world’s most dangerous airport landing at Paro airport in Bhutan. Make sure you watch all the way to the end of the video to catch the sped up, bird’s eye view of the fabulous and graceful twisting and turning of the aeroplane on its approach to the landing strip of Paro airport, the sole international airport of Bhutan located six kilometres from Paro in a very deep valley on the bank of the river Paro Chhu, and how the runway suddenly appears from nowhere. It takes a real aviation expert and a very steady hand to make a safe landing at Paro airport!
In this video, we fly from Kathmandu airport in Nepal to Paro airport in Bhutan using Bhutan airlines. After a brief look inside Kathmandu airport’s executive airport lounge, we board our flight and meet the chief pilot of Bhutan airlines – we’re in safe hands; only a handful of trained captains are qualified and certified to land at Paro airport and it takes a minimum of eight to ten years of intensive training to become a captain.
We examine the runway at Kathmandu airport which is very bumpy and, interestingly, has no taxiways to the main runway, necessitating the use of some tricky manoeuvres and, needless to say, keen attention paid to air traffic control.
The flight is only forty minutes long but the flight is still packed with events and sights. In the video, we see most of the top ten highest mountains in the world within the Himalayas including Mount Makalu, Mount Lhotse and the tallest of all, Mount Everest. We also see the mountains of Bhutan within the Himalayan mountain range including Jomolhari and Jitchu Drake. The pictures of the snow capped mountains of the Himalayas are breath taking and we hear the captain’s opinions of why he thinks there is less snow now than there was in previous years.
We also enjoy lunch with champagne on board and we enjoy sharing a specially made cake with the Bhutan airlines crew to celebrate our travelling with them to the legendary Paro airport of Bhutan.
Paro airport is surrounded by mountains as high as 5500 metres and only has a single runway of length 1964 metres. Its single terminal was constructed in 1999 and it is a hub for two airlines: Bhutan airlines and Druk Air. Paro airport is such a difficult airport to land in that it can only be used in visual meteorological conditions and operational hours are restricted to daylight hours between sunrise and sunset.
You really won’t want to miss this video focusing on the world’s most challenging airport to land at. Let us know in the comments what you thought of the scenery and the whole experience and, as always, thanks for watching!
The Last Authentic Travel Experience on Earth? (Bhutan: Meditating with Monks & Indigenous Villages)
Sitting on the western side of the Himalayas, Bhutan is a Buddhist Kingdom that famously prioritises the happiness of its citizens over national wealth. It is also famous for prioritising its citizens' happiness over national wealth (GDP). We were lucky enough to be invited to explore this unique country steeped in history and culture, where a traditional way of life reigns supreme and we were given access to film places cameras have never been before. Join us as we explore a remote indigenous mountain village, meditate with monks, and are welcomed into the homes of locals.
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In this video, I’m taking you to ancient monasteries in the mountains, and even to the largest sitting Buddha statue in the world! We’re even going to learn about ancient prophecies and meet a rare animal!
And of course, were eating the best Bhutanese food in Thimphu! Spicy momos, fiery tripe, cheesy ema datshi…if you love spice, Bhutan is the country for you! Just make sure you have an iron stomach! Are you ready? Let’s go to Thimphu, Bhutan!
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Solo in Paro Bhutan | Tiger's Nest visit | Bhutan Travel Guide | Bhutan Series Ep 1 | Tanya Khanijow
Here’s presenting the first part of the Bhutan Series Episode in Paro. I went straight to Paro as first part of my road trip in the country. The drive from Phuntsholing took about 4 hours.
The entire budget of my Bhutan trip was close to INR 25k. You can carry cash everywhere in Indian currency in Bhutan as it is accepted. Some things about Paro below:
1. The place where I stayed at in Paro is called Ama’s Village Lodge. You can book the place here -
2. The cost of entry to Taktsang Goempa is INR 500 and a round trip with any driver will cost INR 1000 from your lodge
3. You can contact Mr. Yonten Norbu for driving you around Bhutan if you are visiting. His number is +975 17672515 , my experience with him was extremely nice. He was a perfect gentleman who ensured my safety and also made sure my experience in Bhutan was memorable.
4. If you are visiting Bhutan, I would highly advice you to get a local sim for contacting tour agencies or driver. A local sim will be available for INR 200 at Phuntsholing.
5. Other places that you can visit in Paro are - Paro Dzong and you can get a Hot Stone bath which is very popular in the area
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The mysterious Thunder Dragon Kingdom - Highlights of Eastern Bhutan
The little Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan is like no other place on Earth. With its stunning white-capped mountains, impressive dzongs (some of which are impossibly perched on steep cliffs), perfect balance between development and tradition, and a strong commitment to environmental protection, this small mountainous country is rightly referred to by many as the last ‘Shangri-La’ (Heaven on Earth). In this three-part series we show you the highlights of Western, Central and Eastern Bhutan.
Eastern Bhutan is by far the most remote part of the country, and holds some of the most extraordinary adventures in whole Bhutan - from hidden waterfalls, to textiles worthy of royalty in Lhuntse, and the traditional villages of Merak and Sakteng, where the highlander nomadic people still live. In Merak, we were treated to beautiful traditional songs and a unique private festival celebrating the most important animal of the Bhutanese mountains - the yak.
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Yak dance performers and villagers of Merak
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PEOPLE OF BHUTAN | Beautiful Destinations
Join the Beautiful Destinations team as we explore beyond the borders of this ancient kingdom and explore the unique worlds of its incredible people. From a trailblazing female archer to a conservationist who has planted over 100,000 trees, and from artisan papermakers sustaining 300-year-old traditions to dancers who move with the songs of centuries past, these are the stories of the people of Bhutan.
ON SONAM DEKI, BHUTAN’S TRAILBLAZING FEMALE ARCHER
In Bhutan, archery has become more than just the national sport — it has also become a platform for discussions on gender equality. As a female on the national archery team, Sonam Deki is challenging some of the country’s outdated customs and paving the road for women in the previously male-exclusive competition.
Deki and her team train eight hours a day, sometimes shooting as many as 300 arrows in a single practice. During competitions, they shoot at targets sitting 145 meters away (on the Olympic level, targets lie at half the distance). Deki has already made incredible strides since joining the team in 2014, but her biggest dreams — joining the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and becoming a coach — still lie ahead.
ON THE “MASKED DANCE OF THE DRUMS”
Drametse Ngacham, “the masked dance of the drums,” was once believed to have been performed by heroes of the celestial worlds. The vibrant masks of the dancers feature intricate details and elements inspired by animals — both real and mythical. The dance, a tradition passed down through five centuries, is considered an art form and is performed, to attract blessings, twice a year at the Drametse Ngacham festival — though it's also used on special occasions for good luck. It's thought to be a mechanism for spiritual empowerment and something the Bhutanese believe everyone should see at least once in a lifetime.
ON ATA SONAM AND A LIFE DEDICATED TO TREES
Atam Sonam’s dedication to the forests started from an early age. Though now retired, Sonam still devotes significant time to protecting and caring for Bhutan's trees. Over the last 35 years, he has planted more than 100,000 trees in and around the Thimphu Valley to combat the effects of climate change — last year alone, he planted more than 300! He is a shining light in the country’s initiative to keep at least sixty percent of its land forested at all times — an effort that has contributed to the country’s status as the only carbon-negative nation in the world.
ON PRESERVING ANCIENT PAPER-MAKING
While used countrywide today, historically, this extensive practice was only used to create scriptures and prayer books for monks. The paper is crafted from Daphne — a plant only found in the Himalayan region — and harvested sustainably to ensure regrowth. Over 300 people are involved in cooking, cleaning, and processing the plant to paper. The seven-day operation is truly an art form; its artisans train for 10 years to master the craft. And while using practices from the 17th century may not be the most practical route, this craft demonstrates the country’s steadfast dedication to preserving its heritage and — with its chemical-free process — also helps to protect the environment.
ON THE CULTURE OF BELIEF
Bhutan is a country of ancient tradition, of scared earth, of unfaltering belief. And while the majority of the population, almost three-quarters, practices the country’s official religion, Vajrayana Buddhism, its spiritual beliefs extend far beyond that — honored in traditions passed down through generations.
One such custom transpires along the winding curves of the Chele La Pass, 2088 meters above sea level. Patrons arrive to burn incense in offering and murmur prayers as they tie flags to poles that jut high above the dusty earth. This custom is performed to bring luck, prosperity, and peace to a family, its community, and all living beings in the world.
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Bhutan - 2017 - part 1
The mysterious Bhutan is a landlocked country in South Asia, and it is the smallest state located entirely within the Himalaya mountain range.
The King of Bhutan is known as the Dragon King. Bhutan is also notable for pioneering the concept of gross national happiness.
Bhutan: a cultural sanctuary
Mandatory traditional dress, along with an abundance of monasteries and an ancient archery tradition is helping to capture Bhutan’s deep-seated heritage.
THINGS TO DO IN SAKTENG : Home to Eastern Highlanders in Bhutan and border with TAWANG, INDIA
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In between the ranges of mountains and pastureland, along Gamri, Sakteng is located to the eastern most part of Trashigang Dzongkhag at an elevation of 3000 masl.
The highland community is bounded with Phongmey and Merak geog of Trashigang Dzongkhag and Arunachal Pradesh state of India.
Under Sakteng Gewog , currently there are 5 chiwogs with more than 500 households and roughly 3000 people.
At this time of the year, the environs pretty dry. If you wish to travel to Sakteng , the most recommended season is spring.
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Merak & Sakteng Trek Bhutan
Merak and Sakteng Trek in eastern Bhutan was recently opened. It is a moderate 6 days trek starting from Chaling, going through Dongmongchu, Merak, Mitsatheng, Sakten, Joenkhar Teng and ending in Phongmey. The video captures our trek in the first week of Oct 2013. Enjoy, share and comment or like. Thank you for watching
Untourist Adventures: Kingdom of Bhutan
Join film makers Ian OSullivan and Tim Gorski as they explore the frontier of tourism...in search of the answer for so much happiness in the Kingdom of Bhutan.
Villages in Kingdom of Bhutan
At an altitude ranging from 2600 to 3500 meters above sea level, Sephu gewog is situated en-route to Trongsa.
One can reach Sephu gewog centre after three hours’ drive from Wangdue dzongkhag.
The village is a very good place rural life Bhutan tour experience.
This videos shows the chiwog of Busa.
Sephu gewog/group of smaller villages consists of five chiwogs/settlements (Buso-Zeri, Rukubjee, Longtoed, Bumilog and Nakha) with the total of 331 households and 1505 population. Saephoog consists of an estimated area of 110801.221758 ha, which is highest among the other gewogs under Wangdue. The chiwogs are scattered each other but the households under individual chiwogs are nucleated.
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