Bukhari at Uma by COMO

Bukhari is one of the most applaud places to have a Bhutanese meal.  This place normally gets covered by tourists who visit the city of Paro. The aura and ambiance of this dinner are international and all the staff members are cooperative. If this restaurant is in your planning list, then you must try Ema Datsi, the national food of Bhutan, which basically is a mix of one full green chili and delicious melted cheese. A short ride from Paro, Bukhari occupies on a hill overlooking the town, with beautiful views of the surrounding valley.

Location: Paro, Bhutan
Cost for One: INR 2000

Sonam Trophel Restaurant

Sonam Trophel Restaurant is a fairly priced dinner in Bhutan and it is one of the perfect restaurants in Paro. Here you can enjoy delicious and genuine Thukpa, Datshi and Momos. Sonam Trophel provides vegetarian as well as the vegan meal, so if you are up to try some vegetarian Bhutan food, then it’s going to be the perfect place for you. At this hotel, you can also enjoy different Asian elegance at the token.

Location: Paro Tshongdue, Paro, Bhutan
Cost for One: INR 900

Folk Heritage Museum Restaurant

Folk Heritage Museum Restaurant is without any doubt the best restaurant in Thimphu. You will become a fan of this restaurant if you taste their buckwheat pancakes, genuine butter tea, or other delicacies made of eggplants and beans. The aura and ambiance of this restaurant also very traditional and people will definitely get a feel of a regular Bhutanese home in here.

Location: Folk Heritage Museum, Thimphu, Bhutan
Cost for One: INR 750

Babesa Village Restaurant

If you having thought about the genuine Bhutan non-vegetarian food, then there is a chance you will land up in Babesa Village Restaurant. At this dinner, try their set meals starting with hot beverages like butter tea, next in the list are rice, dried beef curry, different vegetables like turnip, eggplants and at last bracken with cheese. All in all, this is going to be the best place for people who want to try the imported native cuisine on their trip to Bhutan.

Location: Thimphu, Bhutan
Cost for One: INR 750

San Maru Restaurant

Run by a Bhutanese-Korean couple who are all smiles, this is the only place in the country you can gorge at absolutely delicious Korean food. The Bibimbap along with barbecued chicken is one of the best you will find in the country. Like most other places, this Bhutanese restaurant is done in traditional interiors and is one of the best dining experiences in the country.

Location: Norzin Lam, Thimphu, Bhutan
Cost for two: INR 1800

Champaca Cafe

If you are thinking of a cup of amazing coffee or delicious food, and then Champaca Café has all. The place was designed quite gracefully with high wooden stools taking in the place of usual tables and chairs. The food of this cafe is mouth-watering; and you can find anything you want ranging from pizzas, burgers, and several kinds of sandwiches to various types of baked goods like cakes, pastries, cookies, and other fresh items. Their fragrant coffee of this place is a sleeper hit amongst the locals and hikers alike!

Location: Main Street, Paro, Bhutan
Cost for One: INR 500

Zombala

Zombala situated in the middle of the market is the perfect place to charge your batteries after strolling out the markets of Thimphu. The place serves appetizing momos, the Ema Datshi with ingredients like mushrooms and chicken. The food is reasonable priced and you will also find an in-house-bar. Like most other places of Bhutan, this restaurant is also done in traditional interiors and offers perfect dining experiences in this country.

Location: Hong Kong Market, Thimphu, Bhutan
Cost for two: INR 400

Taktsang Cafeteria

Located midst the hills, this beautiful place is almost on the halfway to the Tiger’s Nest. You can enjoy the scene from here with scrumptious meals which will take care of your needs. The place serves red rice with the traditional curries, the service is a bit slow but courteous. You can also get some food packed here for the rest of your journey.

Location: Paro, Bhutan
Cost for two: INR 1200

Bhutan Kitchen

Another place to enjoy traditional dining, Bhutan Kitchen has the traditional low seating option. The ingredients used are fresh and local, which enhances the aroma and taste of the dishes. One of the best restaurants in Thimphu Bhutan, this place serves only vegetarian options, which will help you explore the native cuisine more. You should definitely try lentil soup and stir fried veggies with red rice. You can also opt for the buffet plans here, which will help you choose your next meal better. Hands down, one of the best vegetarian restaurants in Bhutan!

Location: Gatoen Lam, Thimphu, Bhutan
Cost for two: INR 1800

Ambient Cafe

The atmosphere of Ambient Cafe has a blend of classic Bhutanese elements and European cafes. Here you will find books along with various trinkets. The interiors of Ambient Café are quite delicious and it adds a fun vibe in the whole place. While you are in here, enjoy their delicious pizzas, sandwiches along with iced tea and different kinds of shakes. This café will definitely give you an experience of the Himalayan kingdom. At this cafe, you can enjoy the scenic beauty of Bhutan With their scrumptious meals.

Location: Norzin Lam, Thimphu, Bhutan
Cost for One: INR 600

Six Senses Bhutan

Six Senses manages five librated lodges in five separate valleys in the colourful Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan, which are all operated under the umbrella of one all-enclose name: Six Senses Bhutan. Each destination has been thoughtfully designed to fully submerge toured into the local culture. The collected and costly lodges, which vary in style, showcase the variety and special character of each valley. From sunrise meditations and integrated spa treatments to personal astrology readings and butter lamp lighting ceremonies to wonderful hikes and treks through perfect forests, the aim is to leave enriched and restored.

DETAILS:-

·         Cost- Rs 1800/-

·         1 Double Bed, 1 single bed, 1 sofa

·         Entertainment- LED TV.

·         Meals and Drinks- Room Service, Free tea and paid water bottles.

·         Bathroom- Private Bathroom with Bathtub.

·         We are providing a desk, phone, and extra bed with charges Rs.200/-

Como Uma (Paro and Panakha)

Como Uma controls two things in the Buddhist Himalayan kingdom, giving a dual chapter that opens up to the many surfaces of the mysterious ‘Land of the Thunder Dragon’. Como Uma Paro offers nine complete personal villas, 20 bedrooms and a Como Shambhala withdraw. Pared-back interiors are underscored with work by local craft persons while the hotel restaurant. The personal Como Uma Punakha – a five-hour drive from Paro – is set within one of Bhutan’s most sacred valleys. Each of the 11 rooms command stunning views of the valley, with the Mo Chu waterway snaking through the rice rooftop and orchards below.

DETAILS:-

Cost- Rs 1800/-

1 Double Bed, 1 single bed, 1 sofa

Entertainment- LED TV.

Meals and Drinks- Room Service, Free tea and paid water bottles.

Bathroom- Private Bathroom with Bathtub.

We are providing a desk, phone, and extra bed with charges Rs.200/-

Amankora

Merging aman, Sanskrit for clam, with kora or circular blend in Dzongkha, the Bhutanese speech, Amankora is a series of lodges in Bhutan’s central and western valleys. A tour of discovery underneath the tranquil presence of plane Himalayan top, Amankora’s lodge destinations have been plotted to offer tourists the chance to experience in comfort Bhutan’s rich cultural estate and outstanding topography pledge to providing a peerless experience of this perfect year-round location, each lodge is a Heaven designed to complement its different attractive setting.

 DETAILS:-

·         Cost- Rs 1800/-

·         1 Double Bed, 1 single bed, 1 sofa

·         Entertainment- LED TV.

·         Meals and Drinks- Room Service, Free tea and paid water bottles.

·         Bathroom- Private Bathroom with Bathtub.

·         We are providing a desk, phone and extra bed with charges Rs.200/-

Gangtey Lodge

The multi-award successful Gangtey Lodge Bhutan offers every comfort and luxury in this one of the world’s good looking places. The 12 suite lodge, independently positioned near a bunch of farmhouses, is settled above the outstanding Gangtey (Phobjikha) Valley. Its remote destination and beautiful design in the heart of Bhutan, allows one to take a step back in time, away from the pressure and interference of the modern day life. The 4th and the 5 valleys that make the Bhutan journey, Gangtey Valley is a secured store for the black-necked cranes, left unwanted from the outside world.

DETAILS:-

Cost- Rs 1800/-

1 Double Bed, 1 single bed, 1 sofa

Entertainment- LED TV.

Meals and Drinks- Room Service, Free tea and paid water bottles.

Bathroom- Private Bathroom with Bathtub.

We are providing a desk, phone and extra bed with charges Rs.200/-

Taj Tashi

Taj Tashi is the gateway to a magical land overflowed with interesting traditions. Staying true to Bhutan’s old and attracting ways, Taj Tashi charmingly mixed Dzong structure and modern design, and is furnished with a classical handcrafted Buddhist view. The 66 luxurious rooms and suites overlook the mountains and town and seize the extract of Bhutanese art and architecture. Two restaurants, a tea lounge, bar , and spa focuses on a different facet of Bhutan’s vibrant Mahayana Buddhist culture.

DETAILS:-

Cost- Rs 1800/-

1 Double Bed, 1 single bed, 1 sofa

Entertainment- LED TV.

Meals and Drinks- Room Service, Free tea and paid water bottles.

Bathroom- Private Bathroom with Bathtub.

We are providing a desk, phone, and extra bed with charges Rs.200/-

Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary

Named in 2019 by Vanity Fair as “the most beautiful charming 5-star Sanctuary in Bhutan”, the Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary is a magical resort in the Himalayan Kingdom. This unique and perfectly distant 24-room exclusive hotel overlooks the stunning Neyphu valley of Paro, just 20 minutes from the country’s sole international airport. This family-run hotel was constructed from scratch to copy a traditional Bhutanese fort or dzong. The rooms are submerged with natural light and have beautiful views overlooking the valley below and the adjacent Eutok Samdrupcholing Goenpa Monastery.

DETAILS:-

Cost- Rs 1800/-

1 Double Bed, 1 single bed, 1 sofa

Entertainment- LED TV.

Meals and Drinks- Room Service, Free tea and paid water bottles.

Bathroom- Private Bathroom with Bathtub.

We are providing a desk, phone, and extra bed with charges Rs.200/-

Dhensa Boutique Resorts

This Resort sits in the heart of the verdant and rich Punakha Valley. Bounded by thick pine forests, the resort overlooks the Punakha River and hundreds of rage fields that stair-step down to the valley floor. It is encircled by ample walking and trekking series. The lodge marries contemporary design with the Himalayan Kingdom’s old and attractive culture. There are 24 suites, set in six cottages, all with personal balconies. At the core of the Dhensa Punakha’s philosophy lies the sense of innocence and peace that permeates everything about Bhutan.

DETAILS:-

Cost- Rs 1800/-

1 Double Bed, 1 single bed, 1 sofa

Entertainment- LED TV.

Meals and Drinks- Room Service, Free tea and paid water bottles.

Bathroom- Private Bathroom with Bathtub.

We are providing a desk, phone and extra bed with charges Rs.200/-

Le- Meridien

Marriott’s mid-range Le Meridien brand manages two outstanding properties in Bhutan. Le Méridien Thimphu is situated in the heart of Bhutan’s capital, offering suitable approach to Memorial Chorten, Tashichhodzon and other activities. The nicely furnished hotel rooms brags genuine Bhutan-style decorations and modern amenities. One hour away from the capital is the 59 room Le Meridien Paro, Riverfront, which is located on the boundary of the Paro River, offering extensive views of the Eastern Himalayas. Both hotels provide a spa, indoor pool, restaurants and conference facilities.

DETAILS:-

Cost- Rs 1800/-

1 Double Bed, 1 single bed, 1 sofa

Entertainment- LED TV.

Meals and Drinks- Room Service, Free tea and paid water bottles.

Bathroom- Private Bathroom with Bathtub.

We are providing a desk, phone and extra bed with charges Rs.200/-

Kichu Resort Paro

Paro is the star yet again and Kitchu Resort showcases it in all its beauty. Located mid-valley with farmsteads and temples peppering the surroundings, you’ll feel compelled to get out and explore the beautiful landscape. Choose from 45 rooms, pamper yourself at the spa and dine at the multi-cuisine restaurant. The resort is situated on the way to the Tiger Monastery and is the ideal place to stay if it’s part of your itinerary.

What’s special: It’s located in Paro Valley and provides great value for money
Tariff: INR 5,400

Dragon’s Nest Hotel

This lakeside hotel is as tranquil as they come. Views of the valley and the lush surroundings will inspire you to get in touch with your creative side. Rooms are elegantly furnished including the dining room which serves a tasty multi-cuisine menu.

What’s special: Tranquil surroundings and beautiful landscaped gardens
Suggested suite: Double room
Tariff: INR 4,500

Suspension Bridge

Near Punakha Dzong, you will get to witness the beauty of one of the longest suspension bridges in Bhutan. Encircled by the mountains of Bhutan, the whole setting of the suspension bridge is captivating for any nature lover. You will be surprised to know that the bridge does not shake even a little despite being such a long bridge.

Location: Punakha, Bhutan

Score a Bullseye

Archery is Bhutan’s national sport and its agony. On hills, across fields and in stadiums throughout the country, you’ll find multi-coloured horde of men in their decorated ghos taking turns to shoot arrows at a small sliver of a quarry positioned a enormous 140m away. Throughout, citizen of the closest village taunt and supporters– groups of women singing and dancing in circles in their first class silk outfits – offer words of motivation to their team and ragging to the opposition. This excited cheering, singing and dancing from the female watcher on the sidelines is just as delightful as the match. The Coronation National Archery tournament and Yangphel tournament are the biggest competition on the Bhutanese archery calendar, as well as those held during Losar, the Bhutanese New Year.

 Trongsa Dzong – Dig Into Bhutan’s History

There are many dzongs to visit around Thimphu, and the Tashicho Dzong is the main administrative building used today. It's enormous and there are novice departing the grounds. You can see the changing of the guards here as well. Unfortunately for us, I was nestling with a cat beforehand and had a serious allergy attack. My eye enlarged up to the point that my guide wanted to take me to a hospital. The changing of the guard was only 20 minutes away, but instead, we chose to go back to the hotel so I could take some Benedryl.

River Rafting

Unlike the regular river rafting in strong currents, rafting in Bhutan is a pleasurable ride while floating down the river. You will get to marvel at the lush greenery, rare birds, clear skies, and blue waters of Bhutan. The best time to do this activity is after the monsoon season as the flow of water increases. Thus, you can plan a vacation in October or November.

Location: Po Chu River and Mo Chu River

Enter The Tiger's Nest

 Tiger’s Nest Monastery is Bhutan’s Machu Picchu, its Taj Mahal the escarpment that launched 1,000 messages. It characteristics in every pamphlet, book and website about the country, but thanks to Bhutan’s provisions on tourist numbers, it doesn't feel. Of course, that could also be down to the heart-stopping trek up a steep, rocky track to reach it. This dizzy cliff, only 10km north of Paro, was chosen as a meditation site by Guru Rinpoche who, according to legend, reached here on a flying tiger. The temple has been reconstructed twice, after shocking fires in 1950 and 1998, and you’ll have no choice but to arrive on foot. But the scene across the valley to the temple, and the quiet ambience of regarding within, ensure that a visit to the Tiger’s Nest is a high spot of your visit to Bhutan.

Search For Yeti

In keeping with a Himalayan kingdom cut off from the rest of the world for centuries, Bhutan has its fair share of legends. The most popular is the yeti and in spite of the likes of Reinhold Messner stating that what people are really seeing is a Himalayan bear, the beast has a powerful hold on local tradition. Every villager has a tale about a close encounter with a big, hairy migoi and advice on how to flee one Bhutan has a National Park committed to the protection of the yeti, a distant 740-square-mile wilderness in the east of the country called Sakteng Wildlife Sanctuary. Your opportunities of seeing a yeti are still pretty slim, but the park is also home to other dangerous species, including red pandas, so there's no shortage of other evasive animals for you to track down.

Increase you’re Gross National Happiness

Bhutan is popular all over the world for focusing on a better quality of life, rather than a better set of marketing figure. The King Jigme Singye Wangchuck called it Gross National Happiness back in 1972. And it is an idea that the country’s leaders have tried to adhere to, as they try to steer Bhutan into the future without gave up what makes it so special. Happiness and comfort of all people is the conclusive purpose of governance. It’s a belief that exhibits itself in different ways. Whereas the Himalayas have been largely logged in other countries, 75% of the trees remain here.

Buddha Dordenma

Overlooking the city of Thimpu, Buddha Dordenma is a stunning sight. Finished in 2015 it was constructed for success of the nation. Standing at 51 meters tall, it is a famous mission for locals and immense entertainment for visitors. Make sure to hike up behind Buddha for a look at it from above. There are tents and camps that locals use behind Buddha and you'll be welcomed with open arms.

Punakha & Semtokha Dzongs – See Ancient Art Come To Life

Bhutan focuses on preserving their culture, and their art is a major part of their culture. Bhutanese art is based on their religion and follows a certain style which is uniform. The craftworks follow traditional values rather than emphasizing innovation. The importance of their culture lies in their art and craft. If you want to witness the beautiful art and craft, you must take a tour of the different dzongs of the kingdom, including Punakha Dzong and Semtokha Dzong. A DIY art and craft tour is one of the best things to do in Bhutan for every art lover.

Things to know: Dzongs are symbolic centers of religious and secular affairs, so one should dress modestly.

Get to the bottom of a phallus fixation

The small village of Sopsokha in the Punahka area of Bhutan is not for the easily shocked. Nearly every building is decorated with an enormous phallus. Some are not enormous. Others are adorned with ribbons. In such a dedicated and moral country, the addiction with phalluses seems curious, particularly when you consider that it is women who take over property in Bhutan and the men who move to their wife’s village. Your chances of seeing a phallus fixation are still pretty slim, but the park is also home to other dangerous species, including red pandas, so there's no shortage of other evasive animals for you to track down.

Cane and Bamboo Products

Canes and bamboos are broadly used to make many items for the daily life of Bhutanese people. Since the Government opened their country to tourists around the world, items made of cane and bamboos are famous gifts to visitors. These things are small and treasures to buy such as baskets, wall-hangings, carpets, mats and so on. With multitude of shops selling these items, Thimphu is the best place to purchase the cane and bamboo products.

Authentic Bhutanese Craft

This shop is just adjacent to the Norzin lam and you can spot it easily. This shop is a handicraft shop which has really great things and people love the detailing with which it is made. This place has many handmade things to offer like scarfs, bags, shoes and much more. Here only authentic things which are made by the locals are made and you can see the hard work that is put into it.

Wooden Products

The ancient art of woodcarving has survived in the Bhutanese society for a long time passing through creation to creation and now plays an essential role in Bhutan culture. Through skillful technicians, different shapes of wood become beautiful products and furnished items such as bowls, cups, and plates with different shapes and colors. They are broadly used in the daily life of the Bhutanese people and now are one of the most favorable remembrances for the visitors traveling to Bhutan. This type of gift is sold in many shops all over the country. One more thing is that if you see anything wooden phallus, don’t forget that it is religious

Colourful masks

Festivals play an important role in the culture as well as the devotion of Bhutanese people send back the deep inheritance of Buddhist religion to the country. The dance festival is trusted to have importance to people’s soul, by observing these dances, it is thought to help to clean their mind and bring them good luck. It cannot be neglected that masks hold a critical part in any festivals taking place throughout the country. Dating back around the 8th century, Bhutanese masks are generally made of wood, carved with different shapes of the face and decorated by colorful fabrics mix with Bhutan traditional dress of the performers in dance festivals. Thimphu, Paro is the best place for tourists to buy the items at low-cost.

Hand-Woven Textiles

Bhutan is almighty wealthy with plentiful vegetation and herbal medicine from that final materials are draw out to use for vanishing textiles to make outstanding colours and floral designs by traditional methods using many types of natural ingredients such as leaves, roots, tree barks or flowers. Bhutanese textile is the special art of the country characteristics with complex designs made entirely by intelligent Bhutanese women. After having been processed, the textiles are used to make crafts, bags, wallets and especially clothing like Gho and Kira. Spending time to traverse the textiles hubs in eastern Bhutan like Bumthang, you will be able to purchase the original local products with a low price that is hard to find in other places all over the country.

Bhutanese Handmade Paper

Bhutanese traditional paper plays a vital part in the long-running tradition of the country. The action of making people does not belong to any genetic groups but it is renowned by the Government to give the design for Buddhist monasteries and painting industry. With the variety of functions such as gift wrapping, greeting cards and so on, it has been a favorite present for visitors traveling to the kingdom.

Yarkay Central Mall

One of the best shopping malls in Bhutan that will give you the best shopping experience in Bhutan. You can find some great stuff here as they have many things from China, Nepal,Bangok and Bangladesh. These products are imported from these places and you can have many classy gifts for people and for you. They also have many craft products sold here which are delicate and beautiful.

Location: Thimphu, Bhutan

Buddhist Paintings

Buddhism has great importance in the spiritual life of Bhutanese people. It is not just a religion; it is the standard of people’s behavior. Naturally, it is represented in the art of painting using mineral paints to furnish the temples or houses. A recommendation for art lovers is that Thimphu is a suitable region to look for this special item. Thimphu and other major towns are the shopping hubs to purchase these items. Bhutan postal stamps have made with distinct shapes with unique designs, bright colours and lively picture making it become the great remembrance to buy in Bhutan. 

Bhutanese Handmade Paper

Bhutanese traditional paper plays a vital part in the long-running tradition of the country. The action of making people does not belong to any genetic groups but it is renowned by the Government to give the design for Buddhist monasteries and painting industry. With the variety of functions such as gift wrapping, greeting cards and so on, it has been a favorite present for visitors traveling to the kingdom.

Dzi Beads

Out of the many things to purchase in Bhutan is the colourful Dzi Beads. Also known as the Himalayan beads, they are used in the making of accessories like bracelets, necklaces, etc. There are different designs to them as well – ovals, circles, squares, waves, stripes, lines, dots, diamonds, and other symbolic designs. You would be astonished to know that these beads are the most costly beads found on the face of the earth. It is believed that these beads are the creations of god and they bring luck and ward off evil spirits. You can also find the low-cost versions in the local markets.