Information about Bhutan
Bhutan or Druk Yul - the mythical Land of Peaceful Dragon is as much known for its dramatic landscapes, architecture and fabulous bio-diversity as it is for its rich and colourful cultural heritage. The deeply religious Lamaist Buddhist Bhutanese people have succeeded in preserving their cultural and spiritual heritage the "Dragon Kingdom" limits the number of visitors in order to preserve its unique way of life.
Many visitors come to Bhutan to witness religious festivals held annually in Dzongs throughout the country. The most popular are those held in Thimpu, Paro & Bumthang. The Dzongs come to life with colour, music & dancing as valley dwellers and towns folk join together to exercise evil spirits and rejoice in a new harvest. Rare masked & sword dances and other rituals are performed in the Dzong's courtyards & temples. Most of the dances date back to the middle ages and are only performed once or twice each year.
Many visitors come to Bhutan to witness religious festivals held annually in Dzongs throughout the country. The most popular are those held in Thimpu, Paro & Bumthang. The Dzongs come to life with colour, music & dancing as valley dwellers and towns folk join together to exercise evil spirits and rejoice in a new harvest. Rare masked & sword dances and other rituals are performed in the Dzong's courtyards & temples. Most of the dances date back to the middle ages and are only performed once or twice each year.
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