What is famous for shopping in Bhutan?

Top 10 Things To Buy In Bhutan On A Shopping Spree

• Cane and Bamboo Handicrafts. Image Source.
• Dzi Beads- Himalayan Beads. Image Source.
• Gold and Silver Jewelry.
• Dappa – Handmade Wooden Bowls.
• Hand-woven Textiles.
• Colored Carved Masks.
• Sculptures and Buddhist Paintings.
• Bhutanese Handmade Paper.

Can we buy gold in Bhutan?

The allowable limit to import gold into Bhutan as mandated by the central bank is 50 grams.

What we can buy from Bhutan?

Thimphu, Paro and Phuntsheoling are the major centres of shopping in Bhutan. Tourists can buy Woven Bags, Stoles, Traditional Jewellery, Handmade Kira & Gho, Brassware, Yak-Bone Jewellery, Hand-Woven Bamboo Items, Carpets, Masks, Thangkas, Handmade Paper and finely Crafted Metal products.

Can a Indian live in Bhutan?

7. Indian nationals intending to visit Bhutan are required to carry any of the two valid ‘Travel Documents’ (a) Valid Indian Passport having validity of minimum 6 months; and/or (b) Voter Identity Card, issued by the Election Commission of India. No Visa is required to visit Bhutan.

How much gold can I bring from Bhutan to India?

There are restrictions on number of clothing too as only ten pieces of stitched/ unstitched garments are allowed per luggage. Only one perfume bottle of 1 ounce, I kilogram of silver and 50 grams of gold are allowed. Foreign currency equal to the value of 10,000 USD can be imported.

Is liquor allowed in Bhutan?

Bhutan has a relatively relaxed attitude to alcohol but not smoking. Wine and beer is available in almost all hotels at reasonable prices. The reds are australian and french around US$40 and are ok. The beers are local and range from a german weiss beer to lager and are good.

What to buy in Bhutan?

Bhutan Shopping Guide. Bhutan limits the number of tourists in the country and thus, it has a small handicraft industry too. You can buy handicrafts such as carpets, colorful masks, jewellery, silver, bronzes, hand-woven bamboo items and Bhutanese wooden products at Thimphu as souvenirs and gifts for your family and friends though.

What is the currency of Bhutan?

The Bhutanese currency is called Ngultrum, which is equivalent to the value of Indian currency, i.e., INR 1 = Ng 1. The notes of 5, 10, 20, 50, and 100 of Indian denomination are used widely in Bhutan, however, notes of 500 and 2000 are not valid in the country.

What are the best tourist places to visit in Bhutan?

1. Rinpung Dzong. Rinpung Dzong is a beautiful dzong (fort), with towering walls, built in the 16th century. Known as the Fortress on a Heap of Jewels, Rinpung Dzong is among the best tourist places to visit in Bhutan and a classic example of Bhutanese architecture and deep rooted traditions.

Are Indian rupees accepted everywhere in Bhutan?

Indian Rupees are accepted almost everywhere too: India is Bhutan’s closest trade and foreign policy partner, and the Nu is pegged to the Rupee. BYO smokes.