Around the World: Cultural Treasures

Bhutan
Buddhist Heritage
June 4–6
Board a local charter flight bound for Paro, Bhutan.
Visit the National Museum of Bhutan, housed inside an
ancient watchtower and containing some of the finest
specimens of Bhutanese art gathered from different
parts of the country. Continue to Paro Dzong, one of
the most impressive and well-known dzongs (Buddhist
palaces) in Bhutan. A short drive then takes you to
Thimphu, the capital of Bhutan. Gain fascinating
insights into Bhutanese culture with a visit to Buddha
Point. Experience Bhutan your way with the Design
Your Day activity of your choice: Hike to breathtaking
Taktsang Monastery, the unofficial symbol of Bhutan,
also referred to as the Tiger’s Nest; enjoy cycling around
Paro’s beautiful countryside; or meet with a local
astrologer for a personal fortune-telling session.
Enjoy one of Bhutan’s most vibrant and colorful
spectacles during a private tshechu festival put on
just for you.
Your Bhutanese experience culminates with a private
tshechu festival exclusively for you. The tshechu brings
together an entire community to share ritual dances that
illustrate events in the life of eighth-century Buddhist
master Guru Rinpoche, and is one of the most vibrant
and colorful spectacles a visitor to Bhutan can witness.
Meals: B L D
COMO Uma Paro
Paro, Bhutan
Located in the scenic Paro Valley, this intimate property
offers a blend of indigenous art and modern design, with
forest- or valley-facing rooms and walls hand-painted
with traditional Bhutanese designs. COMO Uma Paro is
reserved exclusively for Cultural Treasures.
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