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There
are a lot of things to do in Bhutan after you have visited dzongs
(forts) and temples. Bhutan's only sports centre is covered in
Thimphu. There are many possible day hikes here in Bhutan
specially in Thimphu.
Trekking: In the
recent years, Bhutan has become a paradise for trekkers and
mountaineers. Trekking in Bhutan is unlike anywhere else in the
Himalayas. The walks are long but they are complemented by
crystal air and views that defy description. Trekking through the hills of the country sighting
rare botanical plants and herbs and encountering a multitude of colourful birds and rare animals: the Takin, Blue Sheep, Burket,
Musk Deer and, in the lonely reaches of the high Himalaya, the
elusive Snow Leopard. Perhaps, for all we know, even the
Apocryphal Yeti!
Archery: It is the national sport and Sunday practice session is well
worth seeing. Soccer, Volleyball, Golf, Badminton, Tennis and
Table Tennis are other popular sports.
Mountain Biking: Bhutan's mountainous terrain offers a fascinating
adventure for Mountain biking enthusiasts. It is a new sport in
Bhutan, but is gaining popularity with both Bhutanese and expats.
Local cycling excursions in the Paro, Thimphu and Bumthang valleys
offer a safer and less strenuous mountain biking experience.
Rafting and Kayaking: Rafting is a way to give tourists access to
beautiful undeveloped areas of Bhutan. Though rafting in Bhutan is
an infancy, those who have scouted the rivers feels that it has
the potential for some of the best rafting on earth.
Golf: There's an international-standard golf course in Thimphu and
there are small courses in Haa and Deothang. The course may not be
particularly challenging to western golfers but it presents a
lovely morning of afternoon’s respite after long days of driving. |