Sandwiched happily between Tibet and India in the heart of the Himalayas, the Kingdom of Bhutan has been called the “Last Shangri-La.” 

The country’s harmonious society, cheerful people, beautiful rolling hills and quiet life make it a prime destination for travelers looking for a truly magical experience.
The people of Bhutan, the only Vajrayana Buddhist country in the world, work hard to preserve their culture and way of life.  Therefore, they have a lot of protective laws in the area of tourism.  All visitors must apply for a visa at least a month before their visit to Bhutan and the visa is good only for 14 days.  Generally, Bhutan only grants tourist visas to those who will benefit the country in some way or who have reserved spots on expensive tours.  However, the experience that you will have in Bhutan is totally worth the work you will have to put in to get a visa and plan your trip.
Because of Bhutan’s tourism restrictions, most tourists visit the country on cultural tours.  This is one of the best ways to visit Bhutan, as your tour guide will ensure that you see all of the most important destinations. 
When visiting Bhutan, you will fly into the airport in Paro.  Paro is also the site of Taktsang Monastery, one of Bhutan’s most important Buddhist sites.  Taktsang Monastery is a beautiful shrine built on a cliff and is definitely worth visiting.
In the city of Punakha, which was Bhutan’s capital until Thimphu replaced it in the 1960s, visit Punakha Dzong.  This ancient Bhutan fortress stands majestically between two rivers - the Pho Chhu and Mo Chhu.  Punakha is also a great destination for trekking.
Jakar is one of the most important towns in all of Bhutan, as it is the birthplace of Buddhism in the country.  In Jakar, you can visit the Wangdicholing Palace, which was once the summer residence of Bhutan’s first and second kings.  Jakar Dzong, an impressive fortress that houses monastic and administrative offices, is also located in Jakar.
Bhutan is unique in that it makes all its administrative decisions based on Gross National Happiness, striving for economic growth and preservation of culture and heritage.  As a result, though it is a poor country, there is no crime, poverty or hunger.  The Kingdom of Bhutan is truly a one of a kind travel destination.