I can read minds. Ever since I was a child. I know when people lie. I know when people are happy. I know their deepest, darkest secrets. I can’t switch it off. When I’m in a crowded place, it’s not that distinct unless I focus. It’s like constant chatter at the back of my head.Continue reading “The Mind I Cannot Read”
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Dochula Pass and the Fertility Temple
Today was a very interesting day and my fourth day in Bhutan. Tomorrow I am going on a trek to the Tiger’s Nest monastery and I’m so excited! Anyway, there isn’t much to describe through words today as I have explained a lot about the architecture in previous blogs, so I will post pictures here.Continue reading “Dochula Pass and the Fertility Temple”
Paro in Pictures
It’s day three and we visited Paro, the other main city in Bhutan apart from Thimpu. Our guide today changed to Mr. Yeshi. He did not crack as many jokes as Mr. Kinley but was a true-blooded gentleman throughout our journey. After a while, the scenery of Bhutan starts to look the same, and eachContinue reading “Paro in Pictures”
Five Awesome Things to Do in Thimpu
Day two in Bhutan was more awesome than the first. The country is very slow and peaceful. We visited the famous sites of Thimpu during a full-day trip. Our tour guide was a splendid local man who has been one for several years. His name was Kinley — and he told us to remember itContinue reading “Five Awesome Things to Do in Thimpu”
Day One in Bhutan – Happily Equal
Bhutan is known as one of the happiest countries in the world and the kingdom measures this through a unique National Gross Happiness index. My family had heard about its majestic beauty, the peaceful monasteries, as well as, the Dzongs tucked in between the lower Himalayan ranges, and we had to visit! We departed fromContinue reading “Day One in Bhutan – Happily Equal”
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