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It is a breathtaking flight with dramatic sweeps over fertile valleys and blue pine forests. You fly past Mt. Everest, Mt. Kanchenjunga and Mt. Gangkhar Puensum, which is the highest, unclimbed mountain in the world soaring to almost 7,570...

In Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan, animals are often seen along the main street Norzim Lam.

Traditional Bhutanese weaving by women in Paro, Bhutan.

One of the many fortresses or dzongs in Bhutan that were used by the army to protect the population. Dzongs also served as administrative centres and as houses for the clergy. This photo shows Tashichho Dzong built in the 13th Century CE.

The distinctive architecture of Bhutan. A building in Thimphu.

Raven-Headed Mahakala; Bhutan; early to mid-19th century CE; pigments on cloth; 27 7/8 x 20 in. (70.8 x 50.8 cm); Rubin Museum of Art; C2006.42.8 (HAR 89189)

The traditional food of Bhutan.

Prayer flags used by the people of Bhutan to bring prosperity and good fortune.

Traditional Bhutanese handwoven textiles.

The traditional Bhutanese costume for men - the Gho.