Tigers Nest Monastery

Bhutan Part 2

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April 22nd 2024
ok, determined to get Part 2 out tonight. We are currently in Delhi, leaving for Srinagar (N India) in the morning. We thoroughly enjoyed Bumthang. The festival was about an hour away in the Ura Valley. Although we did not understand much of the dance meanings, they were beautiful to watch, especially the mask dances. And the people watching was superb, with most dressed in their finest. A ... read more

Asia » Bhutan » Bumthang

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In 1865, Britain and Bhutan signed the Treaty of Sinchulu, under which Bhutan would receive an annual subsidy in exchange for ceding some border land. Under British influence, a monarchy was set up in 1907; three years later, a treaty was signed wher... ... read more