ehind
the great natural barriers 
of the Himalayas lies the 
hidden Kingdom of 
Druk Yul, the land of 
the Thunder Dragon.
Known to the world as Bhutan,
the last of the Mahayana Buddhist
Kingdoms, this remote, mystical
country is still one of the most
unspoiled places in the world. Wedged between
India and China, the Kingdom covers approximately
46,000 square kilometers with an ecosystem ranging from subtropical to alpine. The population of a little over half a million mostly live in small villages scattered along the mountain slopes and valleys.

For years it lay hidden from the occidental tourist, being a forbidden land for outsiders. Today, however, Bhutan welcomes the discerning traveler in search of a rare and singular experience. Opened to tourism in 1974 upon the coronation of the present King, His Majesty Jigme Singye Wangchuck, Bhutan is one of the world's most exclusive destinations. The spectacular landscapes are some of the most awe-inspiring to be found on earth. The grandeur of the mountain peaks, the terraced hills, the lush, green valleys, the dense forests filled with rare flowers and diverse wildlife, the fast flowing crystal clear rivers, the pure, clean air, the unique architecture, art and culture and above all the delightful people who make the soul smile........... a trip to Bhutan teaches one of life and real living.