For the Buddhist visitor, or indeed anyone interested in
in the philosophical underpinning of the belief system, or even for poor
stressed souls just looking to escape the turmoil and confusion of the modern
world, staying at a retreat in Bhutan as can provide a real holiday, even away
from your familiar self.
With countless monasteries and temples gracing these
tranquil Himalayan lands, there are many opportunities for both existing
practitioners and curious visitors interested in Bhutan’s deep cultural backdrop
to stay at a retreat for anything from a few hours, several days or even a
couple of weeks, studying meditation and yoga or simply imbibing the calm
tranquillity.
Nor need wellness meditation and yoga prevent you from
the delights of seeing the amazing landscapes of the country, as you can visit
several of the most revered Buddhist sites in the country and trek the
mountains whilst maintaining your daily practice.
In a real sense, all travel is a journey through more
than one dimension and any holiday is worthless if we do not return changed, even in
some very subtle way.
On a secular level, for the contemplative tourist,
regardless of their beliefs, this type of experience also has the added benefit
of providing a true understanding of the thematic principles which govern the Bhutanese
way of life and which have influenced its development and popular culture for centuries.