Bhutan is the world's most popular green travel destination. In 2018, it received the "Earth Award." The top 100 sustainable travel locations were ranked, and Bhutan was chosen as the winner. The accolade honours a destination's work to promote ethical travel. On March 7, 2018, the award ceremony took place at the ITB (International Tourism Bourse) in Berlin, Germany.
High mountains and narrow, deep valleys are what make Bhutan famous. The valleys are typically cloaked in lush foliage and the mountains are typically capped with gleaming snow. Bhutan's Royal Government has a mandate that there must always be 60% forest cover. Bhutan currently has 71% of its total land area covered by forests.
A Peep into the Happiness Kingdom
Bhutan has a distinctive approach to development. It measures societal progress by the level of happiness among its citizens. GDP still comes in second. For its citizens, health services and education are still free. The term "gross national happiness" was first used by Jigme Singye Wangchuck, the fourth king of Bhutan. His Majesty is adamant that a country's progress depends on its citizens achieving a sense of shared enjoyment. Bhutan's citizens may not be the wealthiest in the world, but they are unquestionably the happiest. Farmers in rural locations are better able to cooperate and produce a plentiful crop when there is a strong feeling of community. Bhutanese people can rely on their neighbours and the people in their community during difficult times because of their strong sense of trust and friendship. In keeping with the
Adrenalin-Pumping Adventures
Bhutan, a mountainous nation with rough terrain, offers a wide variety of nature-based outdoor excursions for thrill seekers. You can go on tough outdoor activities like Bike Riding through muddy trails, arduous hikes through snow-covered mountains, and difficult water sports like kayaking and rafting on glacier-fed rivers. Bhutan has a great biodiversity, making it a fascinating place to go on a safari.