6 Days in Bhutan

I am still finding it hard to explain our trip to Bhutan without overusing superlatives so I'll try my best. It was just wonderful. The scenery was the most beautiful, the people were beyond amazing, the weather was absolutely perfect and the race was incredibly tough but I'm so glad we did it! I will never forget this place and our time there. Once in a lifetime experience. 

My husband took this photo as we were flying into Bhutan. 

We went for a hike shortly after checking into the hotel. This photo is looking down on the town of Paro.

A few homes in Paro with a great mountain view. Only 7,000 people live in Paro and only 740,000 live in Bhutan.

The second day in Bhutan we drove to Punakha, about a 5 hour drive including a stop for lunch. The drive was pretty exciting going over the Dochula Pass. This photo is a farm in Punakha.

It was pretty hazy in the mornings. I wonder if it is just the weather is so cold and the sun is so strong and warm maybe there is a bit of fog? Maybe the wood burning stoves used in most homes adds to the haze as well. Still, it is beautiful.

Walking through the fields.

A few homes scattered on the hillside.

This is the view from our hotel in Punakha.

Another farm in Punakha.

Looking out the window of our hotel in Paro. Many of the roofs have these rocks and planks on them.

Shopping in Paro.

Shopping in Paro.

Shopping in Paro.

Punakha Dzong

Punakha Dzong

Punakha Dzong is still in use today, half government building and half monastery. 

We ended our trip with a hike up to Tigers Nest. Took us about 4 hours total to go up, tour the monastery and then climb back down. Our guide was super helpful and was able to explain everything. English has been taught in schools in Bhutan for some time now so his English was perfect in case you were wondering. We knew we would have an English speaking guide before we left but I did not realize most Bhutanese speak English so well. 

Some of the prayer flags that are hung all over Bhutan.

Happy Friday!!!