Welcome to The land of thunder dragon. Situated in the eastern Himalayas, Bhutan is for many, Shangri-la, a mythical country hidden in the mountains. Little populated - less than a million inhabitants - and the size of switzerland, it has undeniable charm , magic, according to Bhutan aficionados.

Bhutan exudes charm. The mountains are magnificant, the forests are dense, the people are delightful, the air is pure, the architecture imposing, the religion exciting , the art suparb and the development measured not by Gross Domestic Product (GDP) but by Gross National Happiness (GNH).

The Kingdom is observing centenary of the installation of monarchy which has brought distinct identity to Bhutan in the comity of Nations. In 2008 the country is switching over to democratic government. This is the only instance where the King voluntarily is favoring popular government to absolute monarchy.