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Bhutan is a small country situated in the Himalayan region. Although small, it has lot to offer the travelers. In 2005, the number of tourists increased by 48% compared to 2004. The tourism sector is becoming a foreign exchange earner for Bhutan; like Nepal and Maldives.

Here are few reasons why you should visit Bhutan:

1. If you are a lover of nature, then Bhutan would be the best place for you. The main attraction of Bhutan is that the country is not industrialized. Due to zero industrialization the country has been able to preserve its natural beauty.

2. Sixty percent of Bhutan is still covered with forests. Many rare plants and flowers are found in these forests. Some of the major plants are, rhododendrons, junipers, magnolias, various carnivorous plants, rare orchids, blue poppy, edelweiss, gentian, medicinal plants, daphne, giant rhubarb etc.

3. If you are a mountain trekker, then Bhutan is definitely an attractive spot for you. Himalaya is situated on the eastern side of the country. While browsing the wikipedia on Bhutan, I came to know about Gangkhar Puensum. This is the highest mountain in Bhutan and also the highest unclimbed mountain in the world.

4. The total area of Bhutan is 47,000 square kilometers. The country is divided into three regions: hilly regions on the North, fertile valleys of south, hills and valleys in the central region. Two rivers are running through the country: Mo Chhu and the Drangme Chhu. Due to monsoon weather, despite being situated in a high mountain region the country has dense forests. These forests are home to many exotic and rare species.

5. Various animals like the rare golden monkeys, deer, lion, and leopards are found in the foothills. In the inner Himalaya regions there are bear, boar, and sambar. In the high Himalayan regions there are snow leopards and mask deer. 

6. Tour agencies licensed by the Bhutan Ministry of tourism offers different tour packages. Iexplore, a tour agency offers two types of tour packages- Bhutan Kingdom in the clouds and iExplore Bhutan silver. There are many tour packages offered by various tour agencies. If you want to know more about Bhutan tourism you can visit these links:
• http://www.kingdomofbhutan.com/kingdom/kingdom_2_.html
• http://www.accesstoadventure.com/bhutan-tourism/index.html
• http://www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g293844-Bhutan-Vacations.html
• http://www.archaeolink.com/bhutan_travel_tourism_informatio.htm
• http://www.touristplacesinindia.com/bhutan/index.html
• http://www.archaeolink.com/bhutan_travel_tourism_informatio.htm
• http://www.bootan.com/bhutan/index.shtml

7. If you are searching for enlightenment, then it is the right place for you. Buddhism is the main religion of Bhutan. There are many monasteries where you can spend some time to find peace and inner strength.

8. The people are very simple and hospitable. The country does not have a very developed infrastructure; hence it is not over run by tourists. Besides, Bhutan government believes in sustaining the environment.

9. Bhutanese government is very careful about environment pollution and that is why you will surely enjoy pollution free environment no matter which part of the country you visit.

10. Last, if you are looking for a happy country then you have to go to Bhutan. In a survey conducted by the New Economics Foundation Bhutan acquired thirteenth position, in Happy Planet Index.