Taj Tashi Bhutan

The humbling sight of the Himalayas can now be gazed upon from the comfort of a luxury hotel. Next to Nepal, the Kingdom of Bhutan is probably the most sought-after destination for adventurous travelers who want an exotic experience with a touch of the unusual. Mysterious, majestic, perhaps even spiritual for those so inclined, Bhutan became home to it first five-star hotel when the Taj Tashi Bhutan opened its doors in January, 2008. Inspired by the dzong architecture, Taj Tashi is one of the first Taj properties in cool climate regions.

All rooms at the Taj Tashi Bhutan have a view of the mountains surrounding Thimphu valley. The simplicity of the ancient Buddhist nation is a contrast to the luxuries found inside each of the hotel’s 66 rooms (48 deluxe, 4 deluxe with sit-out and 5 luxury rooms) and 9 suites (3 deluxe, 2 duplex and 4 luxury), which feature dramatic hand-painted walls. Yet the hotel maintains a delicate balance of traditional Bhutanese design and modern elegance, reflecting Bhutan’s rich heritage and architecture

Guests at the Taj Tashi can sample traditional Bhutanese cuisine like the chili-cheese ema datshi at the hotel’s specialty restaurant, Chig-ja-gye (hundred and eight), relax at Rimps, the airy tea lounge, or sip on a drink at the hotel’s bar, Ara.

Some guests may wish to behold the spectacular views of the previously untouched, tiny nation of Bhutan from their rooms. Others, however, may wish to explore the Kingdom’s temples, trek the nearby mountains, take a religious tour or join a notoriously raucous archery tournament. Of course, the perfect place to unwind at the end of such adventures will be at the Taj’s restaurant, where a stiff arra - the infamous local whiskey - is sure to revive even the most fatigued adventurer. And if all else fails, the Taj’s Spa, which features Indian holistic and signature treatments, is a perfect retreat . . . not to mention the heated indoor swimming pool or fitness centre.

Taj Tashi Bhutan is part of Taj Hotels Resorts & Palaces

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Bhutan is accessible by air from Delhi, Kolkata, Kathmandu, Bangkok and Dhaka. The international airport, situated at Paro, is 65 km away from Thimpu. Bhutan can also be accessed by road from Phuntsholing, which adjoins the Dooars region of India.

Taj Tashi Bhutan
Post Box No. 524
Samten Lam, Chubachu
Thimphu,
Bhutan

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