Monks at a Tsechu

Monks at a Tsechu

To spend time in a Bhutanese monastery is to glimpse a way of life that feels both ancient and quietly contemporary. Monastic life here is deeply respected, shaped by discipline, learning and spiritual purpose, often beginning in childhood. Young novices—some just six...
Can time stand still?

Can time stand still?

Bhutan is a magical land somewhat resistant to time’s touch. Yes there are new hotels of stunning beauty and extravagant luxury, but most of the country remains as it was a hundred, maybe a thousand years ago, because the culture and traditions are so strong and so...