Bhutan

Few are privileged to enter the Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan, where a unique way of life is protected from the influences of the 21st century.

omo and Aman hotels have opened up Bhutan to the luxury traveller by building new properties in the entry point town of Paro, which lies in the centre of the rich, fertile Paro valley.

Thimphu, the capital of Bhutan, lies in a beautiful, wooded valley, sprawling up a hillside on the bank of the Thimphu Chhu River. It is the only world capital without traffic lights. Despite recent development, Thimphu retains its charming, medieval feel thanks to its brightly painted and elaborately decorated facades.

FLIGHTS & FACTS

Fly to: Druk Air-Paro Mon, Thurs, Sun Flying time: 3 hrs 55mins from Delhi Time Difference: GMT + 6 hrs Visas: Required for UK passport holders Health requirements: Yellow fever certificate if arriving from an endemic area Best time to travel: Oct-Apr

WEATHER

The ultimate time to visit is October and November when the Monsoon has passed and the skies are very clear for mountain photography. The spring months of March, April and May are best for the flora, but beware it may be a little stormy as the Monsoon builds up for July-September.