Bhutan
Asia
Slow climb to heaven
Gazing across the Himalayan vastness to Everest, Penny Watson discovers a vision splendid.
Tours
Spirit of discovery
From Europe to Asia and back to Australia, Michael Gebicki finds 10 great journeys with meaning.
Asia
'Shangri-La' is no paradise
Saffron-robed monks wander the streets of Thimphu, where elaborately painted buildings feature lucky symbols like tigers and phalluses, all under the gaze of a huge gold Buddha atop a mountain...
Bhutan
Moving mountains
The Himalayan kingdom known for its austere remoteness is embracing change. Now Buddhist shrines look down on ATMs and star-rated hotels, writes Louise Southerden.
Photo galleries
The beauty of Bhutan
The remote Himalayan kingdon of Bhutan is going global and embracing the modern needs of tourism, such as ATMs and star-rated hotels.
Travellers Tips
Tripologist
See Bhutan with the gang and save
Tripologist I'm thinking of travelling to Bhutan. I've heard it's really expensive and I'm not sure how to go about booking a tour or organising a visa.
Special-interest tours
Pursuits of passion
Be it saving bears, unearthing ruins or chasing miracles, special-interest tours get you to the heart of the action.
