Location | South Asia, sandwiched between the borders of India and China. |
Capital | Thimphu |
Language | Dzonkha, English are the official languages |
Climate | The northern parts of the country are intensely cold, especially in winters. The summers are pleasant. The temperatures in Southern Bhutan are moderate and the climate is pleasant. |
Currency | Ngultrum. The Indian Rupee is also accepted during transactions. |
Country Code | 975 |
Activities | Trekking, Mountaineering, Cultural Tours are the main activities for tourists. Limited facilities are available for biking and rafting |
The capital, Thimphu, is considered one of the smallest capital cities in the world. It is the largest and most populated city of Bhutan. All buildings in Thimphu, throughout Bhutan in fact, are built on traditional Bhutanese architectural principles.
How to Reach
Paro International Airport lies 2 hours' drive from the capital Thimphu. Regular flights operate between Paro and Kathmandu in Nepal, or Delhi and Kolkata in India, operated by Druk Air, Bhutan's national carrier. Bhutan has a system of well-maintained roads for travel within the country.