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Bhutan

Bhutan gives us 2 places: 1 nature and walks entry and 1 cultural site, both of them in Thimphu.

Quick facts about Bhutan
CurrencyNgultrum
LanguageDzongkha
Time zoneUTC+6
PaymentBring cash
English spokenLow (EF EPI #79)

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Travel essentials for Bhutan

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1Practical essentials

Dish to tryEma datshi
CapitalThimphu
Plug typesSchuko, BS 1363, BS 546, Europlug
DrivingDrive on the left
Emergency number112
Calling code+975
Daylight10–14 hours of daylight
Population787,424

Daylight is the range from the shortest to the longest day. English level: EF English Proficiency Index.

2Plan your trip to Bhutan

Getting thereFlights, trains & driving
Where to stayFamily-friendly hotels
Getting aroundDrive on the left
Travel budgetBring cash
Packing listPlugs: Schuko, BS 1363, BS 546, Europlug
Travel with kidsTips for a smooth trip
Safety & healthEmergency: 112
Useful infoCalling code +975

3Bhutan with kids – highlights

Why families love Bhutan

Travel here involves permits and arrangements our data says nothing about, and we have no climate reading either, so we will not name the months.

Easy to travelBring cash · English: low
Food to tryEma datshi
Memories that lastExperiences your kids will never forget

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