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Mountain Echoes Literary Festival

Mountain Echoes Literary Festival

Those lucky enough to be on a Bhutan trek in May of this year who had a keen interest in the myths, legends and folklore of the region would have had a wonderful opportunity to be a part of the inaugural Mountain Echoes... Read more

Smile! You’re Trekking in Bhutan!

By Guest Blogger - 5th July 2010
in Bhutan, Nepal & Tibet , The Himalaya , Cultural Experiences

Smile! You’re Trekking in Bhutan!

Thailand may be known as "the land of smiles", but when Business Week listed the world’s happiest countries, there was a clear wellbeing winner in Asia: Bhutan. This landlocked nation, situated between India and Tibet, ... Read more

The Legend of Meme Haylay Haylay

The Legend of Meme Haylay Haylay

As has already been established, Bhutan is renowned as being the happiest country in Asia. However, it is less clear how those who are in Bhutan trekking can go about finding said happiness. This is where the legend... Read more

Bhutan, Trek or Tour?

Bhutan, Trek or Tour?

The chance to visit the mysterious Kingdom of Bhutan is a once in a lifetime opportunity which should be grasped with both hands. But before you go ahead and book your holiday, Bhutan, of all countries, requires you to ask of yourself one question in particular - “What kind of traveller am I?”... Read more

Naadam Festival - Mongolia

By Kirsty Parsons - 4th May 2010
in Central Asia , Cultural Experiences , Central Asia

Naadam Festival - Mongolia

The wild and untamed landscape of Mongolia is a fascinating combination of awe-inspiring mountains and lush valleys to vast stretches of arid desert. But the underlying attraction of Mongolia, trekking through tiny villages... Read more

Enjoy Mani Rimdu En Route to Everest Base Camp

Enjoy Mani Rimdu En Route to Everest Base Camp

One festival that is certainly worth including on your trip to Everest Base Camp, is the Mani Rimdu Festival. A festival that is celebrated annually in accordance with the dates of the Tibetan lunar calendar.... Read more

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