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HAATIBAN RESORT - KATHMANDU

The situation of Haatiban is strategic. It is 13 kilometers away from Kathmandu right in nature's lap. What it does enable one to do is to get the best of both worlds - the sheer virgin natural beauty of Haatiban along with the cultural sights of Kathmandu. The journey from Kathmandu to Haatiban crosses the Bagmati River and then winds up the Himalays through undulating roads and hairpin bends and into rural rural and pastoral ambience. The Haatiban Resort, set at an altitude of 1852 meters, commands a 160-degree view of the Kathmandu valley as well as the Himalayan range from Ganesh Himal to Mt. Everest.

Haatiban is ensconced on the saddle of a hill in the midst of whispering pines, exuding fresh and clean air and an unsullied environment. The Resort is remarkable for its octagonal and glassed structure, which enables beautiful views of the vista and shelters the visitors from the alpine winds. Billed as "a retreat into nature's lap" and a place to "rediscover" oneself, the resort is much more than it claims to be. It can be also a launching pad for a half day trek to the nearby Champa Devi Hill, which, at a height of 2200 meters, offers a most rewarding panoramic view of the Himalayas from Mansalu in the west to Everest in the East. Or you can go on a rural trek to Pharping, noteworthy for its temples and shrines. There are other possibilities of pleasant daylong treks. Wild orchids and evergreen lichens are in abundance. There also exists a wide range of Himalayan birds here.

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THIMPU

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Thimpu, the capital of Bhutan and the seat of the monarchy is situated at an altitude of 7,500ft, overlooking the valley of River Wangchu, With a population of 20,000, Thimpu is a delightful city with traditional architecture. Some of the sights of Thimpu include The Memorial Chorten (Stupa), Tashichoe Dzong the fortress of auspicious religion and the seat of the government, Changlimithang area and the extremely colourful weekly market and the archery grounds next to it to see the national sport of archery.. From the view points one can have spectacular views of the Thimpu city. The Simtoka Dzong (1627) houses a university teaching Bhutanese language - Dzonkha. Initially built as a monastery, the Dzong has sparkling white walls.

The Monastery, located in the 3-storied central tower is richly painted with various colourful Buddhist symbols. Exquisitely carved statues of Buddha and the eight principal bodhisattvas adorn the wall Besides exploring some of the sites of this capital city, we would also have time to visit extremely colourful local bazaars, where traders and farmers from far and near arrive to sell their produce and wares.

We would also have the opportunity to witness the traditional sport of Bhutan, Archery, which is a national passion with men of all age group in Bhutan. It is fascinating to see the amazing skills as well as the fervor with which the game is played.

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