Capital city
Thimphu
Languages
Dzongkha (official), Bhotes speak various Tibetan dialects
Currency
Ngultrum and Rupee
Climate and average temperatures
Varies; tropical in southern plains; cool winters and hot summers in central valleys; severe winters and cool summers in Himalayas
Airlines
Travel via Delhi/Kolkata; Jet Airways, Virgin, British Airways
To Paro: Druk Air
Flight time from UK
Delhi: 8hrs 35 mins, Paro: 2hrs 10mins, Kolkata: 9hrs 45 mins, Paro: 1 hr
Visa requirements
Required for UK passport holders
Health requirements
Please contact your GP for up to date information
