Tag: Bhutan tourism

The last of the Himalayan kingdoms, there’s nowhere on earth quite like the majestic Bhutan. And, this is the perfect time to visit this beautiful land, if you like to experience the traditional Buddhist dances and rituals. Paro tshechu, held every Spring in the Paro Dzongkhag, is considered the most spectacular and colourful of all the festivals here. This year, the festival has started on March 17 and will be concluded on March 21, 2019. The Paro Tshechu is one of the biggest festivals in the country. On the first day, all mask dances are held inside the courtyard of the Dzong. ... Read more

According to Tourism Council of Bhutan’s (TCB) exit survey 2017, nine out of every 10 international tourists have voted Bhutan as a safe tourist destination. About 91 per cent of the regional tourists from India, Bangladesh and Maldives also said Bhutan is a safe tourist destination. About 1,428 international visitors were surveyed at the Paro International Airport using administered questionnaire survey. A small number of international tourists were interviewed at exit points of Phuentsholing, Samdrupjongkhar, and Gelephu. A total of 1,534 regional visitors were surveyed at all exit points as part of the survey. Value for money stands the highest for ... Read more

The international tourist arrivals recorded a growth of 14.1 per cent last year in Bhutan whereas the number of regional tourists visiting the country in terms of percentage saw a dip by more than 50 per cent in 2017 compared to the previous year. A total of 183, 287 regional visitors visited Bhutan in 2017, recording an increase of 24.9 per cent as compared to 2016, which saw a total of 146,797 visitors. The percentage increase of regional tourist decreased in 2017 by more than 50 per cent. Bhutan saw an increase of 50.43 per cent in 2016 compared to ... Read more