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Music from Bhutan

Bhutanese music has deep traditional roots, traditionally known as Zhungdra was mostly sung as a form of devotion and prayer offering.

The other kind of music from Bhutan is called Boedra, this music comprises of unique musical instruments such as the lute(dramnyen), Yangchey(dual simmer) etc. The combine to create a melody that is pure and provokes a insightful listening journey.

Contemporary music from Bhutan is referred to as Rigsar or modern music. This genre combines modern musical instruments with Bhutanese melody and has a poppish yet  a gentle melody.

Do try out our collection of music below. Do visit www.musicofbhutan.org to learn more about music from Bhutan.

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FAQs

A royalty of US$ 100 is charged per person per night, which is included in the tariff mentioned above.

Yes, Bhutan welcomes everyone interested to visit Bhutan as long as the SDF royalty fees are paid and you avail a valid tourist visa.

Nationals of India are eligible for Entry Permit at the port of entry.

Nationals of Bangladesh and the Maldives are eligible for visa on arrival.

Nationals of Thailand and Switzerland holding Diplomatic/Official passports are eligible for visa on arrival.

Foreigners issued with a valid SAARC Visa Exemption Sticker do not require  prior visa/entry permit clearance.

All other foreign nationals must obtain an e-visa prior to their entry into Bhutan.

Admission into the country will be determined by Immigration Officers at the port of entry.

Bhutan does not limit tourist, as long as you follow the Tourism policy of Bhutan.

Bhutan will officially open for international tourist from September 23rd 2022. 

Under the new arrangement of ‘Test-and-Go‘ (mandatory stay home/hotel quarantine for 24 hours or until negative RT-PCR result is declared instituted with effect from July 4, 2022), upon arrival at the point of entry, RT-PCR test sample will be collected, a proof of vaccination certificate or evidence of COVID-19 infection in the six months prior to the visit will have to be produced.

Anyone testing positive will be required to self-isolate for five days at home/hotel.

No visa is required to visit Bhutan but they required to carry any of the 2 valid travel documents. (1. Valid passport having validity of minimum 6 months and 2. Voter ID Card, issued by Election commission of India)

OCI Cards are not valid documents to travel Bhutan as Indian nationals.

The visa fee is USD $40 per person and it is not refundable.

Bangladesh & Maldives

The best time to visit Bhutan is during the spring months of March – May, when the valleys come alive with flowers in bloom. And Autumn season as well, September – November.