The Kingdom of Bhutan feels less like a destination and more like a state of mind. Tucked deep within the Himalayas, this small kingdom has preserved its identity through a delicate balance of nature, culture and spirituality. Nearly 70 per cent of the country remains forested, and as you travel through its valleys and mountain passes, it becomes clear why Bhutan is often described as ‘The Last Shangri-La’.
Life here unfolds at a gentler rhythm. Prayer flags flutter along ridgelines, monasteries cling to dramatic cliffs, and centuries-old traditions remain woven into everyday life. In Punakha, once the kingdom’s capital, the landscape softens into fertile rice fields where two rivers meet beneath the magnificent Punakha Dzong, one of Bhutan’s most striking architectural landmarks.
Where you stay becomes part of the experience. At COMO Uma Paro, set above the valley just minutes from the country’s only international airport, you are ideally placed to explore Bhutan’s cultural icons, including the famed Tiger’s Nest monastery, while enjoying a refined blend of Bhutanese craftsmanship and contemporary design.
Further west, COMO Uma Punakha offers a more intimate retreat overlooking orchards and the winding Mo Chu river. Here, the pace slows, inviting you to fully absorb the tranquillity of the Himalayan landscape.
Together, these experiences reveal Bhutan not simply as a place to visit but as one to truly feel.