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Rakaposhi Mountain's stunning view. ❤

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Koh Chang, Thailand

Koh Change is one of Thailand's island which I loved.

Never forget the memories when I've been there.

White sand, blue sea, flow wind and yummy food.

Once you have a chance to visit Thailand, DONT forget this place.

Amazing Thailand 😎💕

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Information About How To Get To Bhutan

Bhutan is a country in the world sunk with beautiful monasteries, sterile environment. It is also known throughout the world to proliferate the "Gross National Happiness". Before this, Bhutan was completely cut off from the rest of the world until 1960. There were only two points of entry ie across the north and south. The northern route was through Tibet and the southern route was through the plains of Assam and West Bengal. It was inaccessible due to the extreme climatic conditions of both the part, therefore the government of Bhutan planned an economic development and made the country available. At present there is a good road network with national and international airports.

Bhutan By the Plane

The national airline, air of Druk, operates several flights per week from Bangkok (Thailand), Delhi, Calcutta, Gaya, Bagdora, Guwahati (India), Kathmandu (Nepal) and Dhaka (Bangladesh) to Paro (Bhutan) that offer spectacular Views of the highest mountains in the world. The airport is an hour's drive from the capital Thimphu. Flight schedules, fares and other flight information are available at www.drukair.com.bt

Bhutan on the Road

After crossing Phuntsholing, located 170 km east of the Bagdogra National Airport, there are hair curves as you climb the mountain and reach Thimphu; The capital of Bhutan. Gelephu in south-central Bhutan is 260 km from Thimphu. While Samdrup Jongkhar is the only entry point from the east of Bhutan. It is 150 km from Guwahati; Assam. Only three hours to drive.

How to Get Bhutan from India

By Highway Bhutan is a landlocked country and shares 3 borders with India. Of these, Assam and the borders of West Bengal are used by maximum travelers to travel between the 2 countries. 

The roads in Bhutan around the Assam border (given the mountainous terrain) are not as developed. Also, the door can close in case of any concern in the state of Assam. 

West Bengal (Jaigaon) border is preferred for those wishing to take a road trip to Bhutan. The door remains open from 6:30 AM to IST at around 10:00 PM IST. There are separate entrances for vehicles and travelers on foot. The immigration office in Phuentsholing is only 100 meters from the door.

By the Train

The nearest train stations to Jaigaon are Nuevo Jalpaiguri, Alipurduar and new Cooch Behar. Trains stop for less than 5 minutes in Alipurduar and New Cooch Behar.

Time to arrive by road

Time to arrive by road New Jalpaiguri to Phuentsholing - 4 hours Alipurduar to Phuentsholing - 2 hours New Cooch Behar to Phuentsholing - 2 hours Private taxis and buses are available at all these railway stations.

By Air

The nearest Indian Airport to Bhutan is Bagdogra (IXB). Since it is an Army airport, the number of flights in a day are very less and the flights are mostly off schedule. It takes 4 hours to reach Phuentsholing from Bagdogra Airport. Private Taxis and buses are available. 

You can also take a direct flight to Paro Airport. Direct Flights are available from Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata and Kathmandu etc. Paro is 30 mins drive away from Thimphu.

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Antarctica Pilsen. Refreshing and light with a dry hint.