Bhutan is a land of extremes, from extreme mountain heights to extreme majesty.
The people there refer to it the "Land of the Dragon.
" Myths and legends abound about its high peaks and stunning structures built right into mountain cliffs.
Who wouldn't be surprised to eventually discover that a dragon did indeed live within one of the deep caves in the mountains? Bhutan, in fact, is the official English-language name of the country, whereas the traditional name is Drukyul.
This means country of the Dropka - or land of the dragon.
Bhutan is known for many things, one of which is how the people have managed to preserve its 17th Century fortresses and towns into today.
The town of Paro includes many of Bhutan's oldest temples and monasteries.
Visitors are awe inspired when they visit.
Prayer flags flutter everywhere in the breeze, their colorful fabrics whipping in the cool, crisp mountain air.
The history of Bhutan goes back a long, long way, and has built upon itself in many different layers as the decades and centuries have gone by.
One place that you absolutely must see is Lhasa, the jewel of Tibet, where the 7th Century Potala Palace still stands today.
Be prepared to take several days to explore this amazing place.
Its size and wonder simply demand more time.
Tibet is known as the "Roof of the World," so be ready to take a lot of stunning pictures of mountains reaching into the skies, high temples and amazing craftsmanship.
The Dalai Lama once resided in this very place.
You can also visit the Royal Chitwan National Park where you may manage to get a glimpse of the endangered Bengal tiger and other unique species.
You'll have the chance to see many customs by the people as you travel.
See about trekking through some of the mountains with guides, or taking some time to visit Paro.
Views up high are simply breathtaking and you can travel anywhere from a few miles to several within a single day.
If you are considering a visit to Bhutan, just a few pictures are very likely to convince you.
It is absolutely like no other place on Earth and will definitely demand plenty of camera space and an eagerness to travel from place to place.
You'll see so many things; you'll have a number of tales and stories to tell friends and family when you return home.