One of the kingdom?s remote monasteries.

Moving mountains

The Himalayan kingdom known for its austere remoteness is embracing change. Now Buddhist shrines look down on ATMs and star-rated hotels, writes Louise Southerden.

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Himalayan gateway ...  the Paro valley.

24 hours in Paro

In the gateway to the kingdom, Louise Southerden wanders among monks, archers and Parops in national dress.

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See Bhutan with the gang and save

I'm thinking of travelling to Bhutan. I've heard it's really expensive and I'm not sure how to go about booking a tour or organising a visa.

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