The three of us stepped off the plane after 24 hours of travel to the welcome of a sparkling blue sky, wildly crisp air, and a mountain range that felt as if it held the wisdom of the world in its peaks and forests. Our trio of friends had begun our journey to Bhutan with flights from San Francisco to Hong Kong to Bangkok to Paro, the country’s only international airport. The approach to Paro was breathtaking, as the plane descended through a valley so narrow and dramatic that the pilot announced, “Please do not be alarmed at how close we come to the mountains!”
Bhutan, the land of the thunder dragon, is a small kingdom nestled in the eastern Himalayas that has long fascinated travelers with its stunning natural beauty, vibrant cultural heritage, and deeply ingrained Buddhist values. Despite its size, Bhutan is a country rich with experiences for visitors, from trekking through pristine forests to exploring ancient monasteries and temples. Along the way, we stayed at a convenient well placed hotel, a charming comfortable farmhouse hotel, a historic building turned lodge and a glorious hotel for our last nights.
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