At a Glance
About the size of Switzerland, the landlocked Kingdom of Bhutan at the foot of the Himalayas was founded by a Buddhist master in the 17th century. Referred to by its own people as the Land of the Thunder Dragon, it is a country of staggering beauty, replete with rice paddies, rushing streams, forest trails and fields of wildflowers. As a Buddhist Kingdom that has followed its own way of life for centuries, Bhutan attracts many who come seeking enlightenment and healing and to learn meditation. Spirituality, wellness and serenity are also center stage at the Six Senses, a circuit of lodges across the country—from the capital of Thimphu to the remote Bumthang Valley. Each has its own unique style and sense of place, but all share a commitment to their local communities and to creating immersive cultural experiences for their guests. Indagare can help assess the combination that would work for you. Here are a few highlights at Bumthang:
Indagare Loves
- Exploring Mebar Tsho (the so-called “burning lake”), a sacred site in the Tang Valley
- Described as “a forest within a forest,” the lodge sits amid blue pines
- A bike pilgrimage to three of the most important temples in Bumthang
- The authentic hot stone bath in the Six Senses Spa
Written by Indagare