Bhutan isn’t just a place on the map—it’s the world’s last remaining Buddhist kingdom, a place that measures progress by Gross National Happiness instead of GDP. Travel here feels like stepping into a living myth: ancient dzongs cling to sheer cliffs, prayer flags flutter across pine forests, and the world’s highest unclimbed peak, Gangkhar Puensum, still keeps its summit untouched. The catch? You can’t just show up—Bhutan’s high-value, low-impact tourism policy means every visit is intentional, guided, and far from the crowds.