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Your senses will awake upon entering
the impressive courtyard of the Punakha Dzong; " Palace
of Great Happiness ". The Dzong lies between two rivers,
the Pochu and Mochu, male and female rivers. Here we can
truly appreciate the essence of Bhutanese people and a
preserved steadfast culture. Arrays of colorful brocades
whirl through the air as the dancers spin and dance the
"thunderbolt step". Masks of glorious demonic demons and
animals arouse your senses as you watch the purification
take place. You will also visit Trongsa, Bumthang, Ura,
and the only national capitol without traffic lights,
Thimphu . If you have ever wanted to go to Bhutan this
is as a good a deal you will ever find. Treat yourself
to a deal.
February 9 - February 21, 2005
Bhutan ranks as the top hot spot in the world for
bio-diversity. Bhutan is home to 600 species of wild
orchids, 50 different species of Rhododendrons, the Blue
Poppy is the national flower, medicinal plants, alpine
plants and tropical trees. Over 60% of Bhutan is still
blanketed in virgin forests with pristine rivers
cascading alongside terraced rice fields. Land-locked
and surrounded by the high Himalayans the essence of
Bhutan is serenity and beauty distilled by the ages.
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