Issue 156 – Bhutan: On Royal Trails

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Since Bhutan is keen on measuring happiness, it should be no surprise that there is great mountain biking to be found there. Words and photos by Martin Bissig  The small kingdom of Bhutan, nestled in the Himalayas between India and China, is shrouded in myths. It’s said that entry visas are deliberately limited. Bhutanese people are often considered the happiest, as their government prioritises Gross National Happiness over Gross Domestic Product. The famous Taktsang Monastery…

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