Bhutan handbook - Gyurme Dorje

Largely untouched and steeped in mystery, Bhutan is a land for anyone wanting to experience travel off the beaten track. Footprint's 2nd edition Bhutan Handbook will give travellers everything they need to know in order to fully experience this relatively unknown country.A tiny Himalayan Kingdom, Bhutan, the Land of the Thunder Dragon, is mysterious, beautiful and fascinating in equal measure. This bastion of Tibetan Buddhism has become synonymous with trekking, hiking, incredible temples and is so untouched by mass-tourism that travellers really will feel like they've experienced another world. Footprint's long-awaited and totally revised 2nd edition Bhutan Handbook, written by expert author Gyurme Dorje, provides in-depth coverage of the country's cultural and religious heritage plus fantastic planning and essentials sections. The ultimate companion for intrepid travellers, it will ensure they get the most from their trip to this independent and undeveloped region.Written by a leading expert in Himalayan studies Learn about the fascinating heritage and the exciting future of this mountain kingdom Essential information for accessing remote and restricted areas Practical advice on how to get around this undeveloped and isolated region