Bhutan Enter the dragon

The world seems to have taken the Year of the Sheep by the horns. And the &lsquoLand of the Thunder Dragon&rsquo isn&rsquot going to be left far behind. As part of the 60th birth an&shyniversary celebrations of the fourth king of Bhutan, His Majesty Jigme Singye Wangchuck, the country has declared 2015 &lsquoVisit Bhutan Year&rsquo. Celebrations include a host of activities, cultural events, festivals and special packages lined up through the year. If you&rsquore an adrenaline junkie, you will enjoy &lsquoInto the Dragon&rsquos Belly&rsquo, a motorbike tour of&shyfered by Bhutan Tusk Motorcycle Tours that starts in the spectacular Paro Val&shyley, and ends with a hike up to Taktsang (Tiger&rsquos nest) monastery. Those who want a more leisurely vacation can opt for &lsquoThe Spirit Kingdom&rsquo, a spirituality and wellness tour organised by Amulet Luxury Travel Bhutan that will take you around the temples and monasteries, as well as give you enough time to unwind in hot-stone baths, get luxurious mas&shysages and take part in yoga sessions. And those who want to be a part of the grandest of all the celebrations should visit Thimphu on November 11, when the year-long celebrations will come to an end with a variety of cultural programs at Changlimithang Stadium. visitbhutanyear.com