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Taktsang Monastery - 'Tiger's nest'

November 15th 2013
At the eastern end of the Himalayas lies a once forbidden Kingdom - Bhutan! It is a country the size of Switzerland with 700,000 inhabitants who are 99% Buddhist. Hence all the temples, chortans, and dzongs (fortress monasteries). The King's father, the 4th King of Bhutan, abdicated in favor of his son about 4 years ago, and had declared Gross National Happiness was more important than GNP. It ... read more

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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

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I am a climber, skier, cyclist and yoga instructor and enthusiastic traveller when I can get away. My wife lets me go to Nepal and other places from time to time. I am blessed. Nothing makes me happier than boarding the next jet to some new land, meeting travellers on the way and learning local languages, eating new foods and catching up on my sleep. :) Travels in recent years include 20 trips to Nepal - I lead treks in the Langtang valley, Annapurna Base Camp, Everest Base Camp, the Annapurna Circuit, India, Tibet and culture tours to India, Tibet and Bhutan! I have also traveled to Thaila... full info

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