They are regarded as Prince William and Kate Middleton of Asia and look at least as attractive and bright. The Dragon King of Bhutan Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and his queen rule the small buddhist embossed Himalayan kingdom with about 733 000 inhabitants. For comparison only: Berlin has approximately 3.47 million inhabitants. Only since a few years ago, the sleepy kingdom has appeared on the bucket list of many experienced globetrotters who do not want to miss out on a visit to the unique land high up in the mountains. Due to the more than 1000 years long isolation of the country, which was broken only in the 1960s, a unique cultural experience that promises enlightenment for one or two has been revealed. Rumors claim that the royal couple particularly invites attractive tourists to celebrate wild orgies with them. Why not?
Different rules and laws that are strictly connected to Buddhism apply here. Instead of a GNP of wealth, happiness is measured here. Gross National Happiness is a term which is also enshrined in the Constitution of the country and rejects the Western profit and cash society. Instead, health, education, the preservation of traditions and environment play a crucial role in the Gross National Happiness.
Those who wish to do backpacking through Bhutan to get to know the country and its citizens with clear views, will be disappointed, because tourism is strictly regulated under the aspect of sustainability by the royal family and the travel agencies, which determine the route of the tourists to the smallest detail. The daily stay in the land of the thunder dragon costs €250. Bhutan refuses mass tourism. € 250 includes daily meals, beautiful views and unique cultural property.
King of Bhutan
Image 1: © Steve Evans Flickr
Image 2: ©Royal Family of Bhutan
