Bhutan Cultural Tours
Highlights of Bhutan Cultural Tours
- Watch a performance of a Zhanag (Black Hat dance), which tells the story of a 9th-century king through graceful movements.
- See the fascinating collection of Trongsa’s Royal Heritage Museum, including a 1926 document with an oath of allegiance to the monarchy, a reproduction of the sacred Padma Kathang, and a copy of the raven crown of the second king.
- Enjoy the Punakha Drubchen, a festival that celebrates, through dances and re-enactments, Bhutan’s victory over Tibetan forces.
- Explore the Institute of Zorig Chusum and get introduced to Bhutan’s traditional arts and crafts, during Bhutan cultural tours.
- Admire paintings depicting the life of the Buddha and superb Bhutanese sculptures on display in Punakha Dzong, which was the winter capital of Bhutan until the mid-20th century.
Travel Tips for Cultural Tours in Bhutan
- While visiting a monastery, dzong or temple, respect the privacy of monks who might be meditating or praying.
- Dress conservatively and avoid revealing clothes before entering important or sacred spaces during cultural tours in Bhutan.
- Do not enter a religious space if a ceremony is on, unless your local guide says it is okay.
- Learning a few commonly used words and phrases in Dzongkha, the national language of Bhutan, will help you communicate better with locals.
- Never say anything disrespectful against the royal family of Bhutan in any context; many people in Bhutan regard their monarchs as incarnations of divinity.
