Curious Facts of Bhutan
- 2005: 15,000 people visited
- Electricity introduced 40 years ago
- Last country in the world to receive television 1999
- 2002 cable TV introduced
- No traffic lights exist
- Hunting is forbidden and fishing licenses are issued during seasons.
- Plastic bags are forbidden
- Logging is controlled
- Only one airport – in Paro International Airport
- Cigarettes and tobacco is banned but you can import 200 cigarettes after paying 200% tax.
- Woman inherit land and family farms
- Is the only Buddhist Kingdom (Thailand is partially Buddhist)
Cultural Diveristy
Our tour will take you to diverse and sometimes remote regions. The pace may be significantly slower than what you are accustomed to, specifically in terms of service at hotels and stores. If you come prepared to be patient, and have an open mind to the cultural differences, and try to get to know the individuals you will probably walk away with some of the most memorable moments of the tour. There is very little crime in Bhutan. It is safe for women travelers and solo travelers.
Photographing in the inner sanctum of temples and Dzongs is prohibited. Outdoor photography is allowed, and there are immense opportunities for capturing the natural beauty of the places and people. However, asking permission to photograph is a friendly gesture.
Entering temple premises with sleeveless vests and shorts is not permitted.