The Last Authentic Travel Experience on Earth? (Bhutan: Meditating with Monks & Indigenous Villages)
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- Опубліковано 5 сер 2023
- Sitting on the western side of the Himalayas, Bhutan is a Buddhist Kingdom that famously prioritises the happiness of its citizens over national wealth. It is also famous for prioritising its citizens' happiness over national wealth (GDP). We were lucky enough to be invited to explore this unique country steeped in history and culture, where a traditional way of life reigns supreme and we were given access to film places cameras have never been before. Join us as we explore a remote indigenous mountain village, meditate with monks, and are welcomed into the homes of locals.
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A big thanks to our guide Pelden, who has 30 years of experience guiding tours in Bhutan. This means that Pelden knows practically everyone in Bhutan and can tailor your dream, authentic Bhutan experience! Contact Pelden here: Peldendorji97@gmail.com
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Chapters:
00:00: Why Visit Bhutan
01:49 Child Monks in Bhutan
03:44 4x4 roadtrip to Laya Village
08:27 Indigenous life in Bhutan
12:25 Private Ceremony
14:12 Archery in Bhutan
15:21 Bhutanese Culture
17:49 Penis Artwork, Bhutan
18:01 Meditating with Monks
19:32 Traditional Stone Bath & Homestay
21:35 Tiger's Nest Trek
You guys!!! I still can’t believe we got to film this experience and get access to places where cameras are usually forbidden! This film has been a longtime dream and a true labour of love, and we really hope you enjoy it. 🥹 Thank you for being here & supporting us! A special thanks to our Patreons for enabling us to continue to document & share our travels with you All💛 www.patreon.com/jitsintothesunset
Yes absolutely incredible .. I'm so glad you two beautiful souls were invited to that magical land of kindness compassion and beauty. Such a wonderful episode 💓🌅🌝
yes I have been there it was amazing, but I went in 1988 and it was more grand. There was no trail or barriers. one move and you die. unfortunately a tourst died and the whole thing was turned a safe zone. I pray they did not suffer and god bless Bhutan
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Such a delightful, beautiful, sensitive video. The country is absolutely lovely, but the amount of appreciation, and respect both of you displayed is such an example to be followed by most content creators out there. I love how you both carry yourselves with such gratitude and positivity throughout your storytelling . Thank you for this video. Sending love from Brazil.
It’s so nice to see your Video & travels through Bhutan 🇧🇹
I travelled in Bhutan 🇧🇹 about 15 years ago for 1 month & really enjoyed it. So many unique experiences.
Thanks for sharing.
Cheers from Taiwan 🇹🇼
I decided to go for this place for my honeymoon instead of the ever so crowded locations like Thailand, Bali, etc...The best 5 days of my life were spent in Bhutan.
Even when I look at the photos, I am automatically at peace.
The trek to the tiger's nest is quite difficult but oh so worth it! Me and my wife along with the group that we were travelling with had tears streaming down.
Everything was absolutely perfect.
What tour company did you use?
One month and I get to do all of this! i'M CRYING A decade of loving Bhutan's history and culture and I'm finally cominggg!!!!
So nice to know that you are visiting Bhutan soon. Hope you will have a wonderful time there. I miss home. I am crying 😭
Bhutan is the only country that I want to visit so badly. Thank you for sharing these moments with us. I appreciate with so much love.
I did a motor bike tour in 2018 across the entire country of Bhutan, and the Himalayan foot hills. We did it over 16 days. Amazing place and amazing people. Highly recommend Bhutan if you are after an authentic experience.
Fun fact- we found a nightclub a club in Paro called Insomnia. Was bizarre finding a “western” style nightclub after weeks of traditional Bhutan.
Fantastic video. Very well filmed and documented
Love your latest Scotland series WGR
Thank you, Will & George! 💛 Delighted to hear you enjoyed it 🥰 xx Tania
Our dear home in the mountains; shrouded in the skies by clouds, tucked away in Rocky peaks, blessed by holy lakes, it truly is the copper coloured mountain; Zangdok Pelri.
I am a Bhutanese studying in Australia, missed my home after watching this incredible video!
Beautiful Bhutan...
I watched so many videos about our country through many influencers but this one has to be my favourite. I’m so glad you had an amazing time here, do visit us again. Sending love from Bhutan 🇧🇹
This was such a beautiful story, told with such grace and empathy. More like a world documentary than a travel vlog! The cinematography was spectacular and the portrait shots of the fascinating locals were exquisite. I'm so in awe of you both for showing us things many of us will never see in our lifetimes in such a genuine and positive way. Thank you thank you thank you x
I couldn't have said it better myself
What can we say? Another authentic and cinematic feast from you guys. We are so pleased you are still true to you. It really shows. Well done x
Your message has made we well up! Thank you, Damon 🥹 Means a lot that whilst our films and channel evolves, you continue to join us on this journey 💛 xx Tania
How is it authentic if it was curated by the tourist board of Bhutan? You've seen a touristy experience of Bhutan. Covering that it is known as a happy country that values the well-being of its citizens. Not sure if you are just unaware or whether you are promoting Bhutan as Bhutan tourism office have provided you a free visit and access to special areas.
In any case it would be remiss of you to say Bhutan takes care of its citizens without talking about Bhutan's ethnic cleansing and violence against the Lhotshampa people (ethnic Nepalis living in Bhutan) which was carried out only 30 years ago. From my own research the Bhutan govt has never even tried to make amends to the 100,000+ refugees they created.
I have to admit that the most important reason for me to watch your videos is Tania - she has such a pure beautiful energy that you see through her eyes and smile. I had goosebumps when she said happy/sad... And of course, Adam's beautiful energy and wonderful shots accompanied by great music make this channel that beautiful and natural.
As someone who has been to many countries before, I was particularly interested in Bhutan as I had not thought of going there until now. They seem to have a really interesting and isolated culture - but I had a tachycardia while you were climbing those roads by car :) And with the risk of altitude sickness, I'll have to think about it... Thank you for the effort, love you guys!
The way you reminded yourself, “ clockwise,” is the best respect to our religion and culture has ever gotten. Thanks for visiting our country. Glad to know that our country could offer you pleasure and memories.
We love the Bhutanese culture 💛 Thank you for welcoming us into your beautiful and charming country 🥰 Tania
Probably the BEST VIDEO on Bhutan that I have seen. Getting permission to film in that amazing Buddhist Temple is a rare taste of the richness of their religious devotion. I can't say fromvexperience but I doubt that thebPotala in Lhasa Tibet has such ambience. Well done! I hope that Bhutan wasn't tainted with the COVID Jab and its after-effects. I hope this country will never be brutalized with Western Industry and Culture. Lets keep it pure and untouched. I'm surprised tha China didn't invade Bhutan and Sikim at the same time they invaded Tibet and destroyed 80% of its Monasteries and Monks!
My wife and I went to Bhutan about a decade ago for our honeymoon. Still one of my favorite memories. Funny to see the roads are still super rough, No 4x4 for us back then, it was all in a minibus, haha. It's a beautiful country with amazing people, I sincerely love Bhutan. Your tour looks like it was a very special experience and really felt your gratitude through the video. And that temple you were able to film in, simply stunning! I think your summary of the Tigers nest is correct. The interior is beautiful but you can see the same if not better, in other temples. I think what makes the place unique is that they were able to build the temple in such a remote location location, the view, the hike up there and the interior. All those things together make it worth the visit.
My sister , I and a Friend road tripped Bhutan from India alone as youngsters.. trekking and hiking places in single digit temperatures , tiger nest specially .. It’s an experience that will never leave my soul . If it’s in destiny we shall be back there again , via road . That’s how Bhutan needs to be experienced .. to this day I feel flying into Bhutan is something that Indians do wrong !
Your video just triggered massive memories ! Bhutan is love that will never leave you
This was incredible.. you’re absolutely right that it doesn’t feel like there are many authentic experiences in the world left, but you guys truly got it this time. Can’t wait to visit Bhutan one day!
This was so far and above a regular travel vlog - your filmmaking skills are sublime, this felt like a documentary you could be watching on BBC, not just UA-cam. Always been intrigued by Bhutan so thank you for showing us this beautiful place and showcasing it with such warmth and engaging footage. The "profile" shots (if that's what you call them!) of the local people were so captivating ❤
Dan, Steve!! Thank you so so much for leaving us such a heartfelt and thoughtful message. It’s made me well up on this early Monday morning 🥹 Thank you for your kind works of appreciation - it means the world ❤ xx Tania
I agree!!! Totally BBC level 🥰🥰🥰
I miss my beautiful country. Thank you all for loving Bhutan.
You did such an amazing job of capturing this experience! Thank you for sharing it with us ☺️ Beautiful cinematography ❤
You guys!! Thank you for continuously showing up to support us and our films 🥰 We really appreciate your encouragement 💛💛💛 xx Tania
i cried, im commenting, i was moved by this video. early in the morning where im watching from and just gonna have this video in my mind rent free all day long as i go about my absolutely boring and routine life.
There are no words to describe this video, at least none that do it justice. Your connection with your hosts is always so warm and genuine as well as respectful. It is no great surprise that you get invited to very special places. We love your videos.
Thank you so much for this beautiful message, Marilyn! It’s made we well up 🥹 xx Tania
Amazing! The cinematography, pace, information and editing were absolutely brilliant! And the fact you managed to get inside and mix with these fabulous people and share with us all …I’m truly grateful! Well done guys! X
You guys that was stunning! What a lovely privilege to be able to spend time with these beautifully spirited people.
Aww Taylor!! A true friend, you are! Thank you for watching mate 😘
Love from Bhutan 🇧🇹❤
In Bhutan the monks in previous times were warrior monks. Each 'temple' was a fortress' and held hundreds of monks who were also trained to defend invasions. They were well versed in combat and till date the deadliest opponent has been the British exploratory forces. Bhutan succeeded several 'Duars' which are valleys to the British Empire, but Bhutan remains independent.
Thank you for another fabulous film. Beautiful shots and storytelling as always. We felt like we were there with you. So authentic. I welled up too when you got emotional Tania. ❤
This means a lot! Thank you, Damon & Heidi 💛 Glad you could resonate with the emotions I felt being somewhere so unique & special. The privilege to be invited here overwhelmed me 🥹 xx Tania
This was the most beautiful film I have seen on UA-cam, it made me cry. You guys are amazing what you do. Bhutan is just wonderful, I had no idea, I love the buddhis' way of life and values.
Thank you for bringing this to us Tania and Adam, your filming is incredible; it's like watching a documentary on TV 🥰
Absolutely amazing. Thank you for sharing this experience
Wonderfully filmed and documented and you guys are soo kind!! Love you two as a wonderful person!
The BEST video I have ever seen on any UA-cam channel!!!!! What an honour that you got to experience this truly once in a lifetime opportunity and a privilege that you shared it with us! Thank you for taking us along with you......
What a beautiful country and people! Thank you for sharing this with us. This has been my favorite video you’ve posted.
Wow, that was amazing, thank you!!! 🙏❤️ I didn't want it to end.
You guys are incredible! So grateful and you really put in so much effort into these films! Giving us all an opportunity to live vicariously through your experiences! Already looking into Bhutan 🇧🇹 thank you so much xxxxxx
I remember our hike to Tiger's Nest and we just finished when it started to rain. Our guide pointed up at the remaining tourists and he was like, "they must be bad people because it's raining on them. The weather is good for good people." No pressure or anything!😅
Hahaha wow! I’ve never felt judged by the weather before, but I’ll worry every time it rains on me now! 😆 Adam
I rarely comment but am so moved by this video. Loved, loved, loved it. The photography, comments, and opportunity to peak into a new, wonderful world. Thank you!
This is my dream country to visit, what a lovely video, thank you! Also i love how you just did not leave the blankets there and put them back. Beautiful people in a beautiful country!
Tour content is just so good! I firts heard about Butan some years ago and, since then, i’ve been curious to see how people lives are in there. Really grateful for this beautiful documentary ❤
“Culture is related to values”…so true! This is my first video I’ve watched on your channel and I enjoyed it to a lot. Cinematography is beautiful and your narratives are authentic. It’s always refreshing to see travelers immerse themselves in the culture of a people. I’m a brand new subscriber from Cebu City, Philippines. Thank you for sharing your adventures with us, Tania and Adam. God bless you!
Hello! Thanks so much for subscribing! ☺️ really glad to hear you enjoyed the video! It means a lot! Yes, I love that quote. He was great! Welcome to our channel! 🇵🇭 Adam
Yes, values determine behaviors, habits, and actions which feeds into the aggregate which is called culture.
Thank you so very much for sharing this life changing experience. You keep upping the barre with these experience, you go where nobody goes and show us how it really is. For that, once again , I thank YOU both.🥰
I just saw 3 minutes, and I am totally flashed. So unbelievable amazing pictures. Firework for my eyes and brain. Thank you. So. Much. 🙏🏻
J'ai été touché par votre reportage, par les images, commentaires et les gens. Superbe, une de vos plus belles vidéos!
Wow! What an amazing experience you had and the cinematography was stunning. The portraits of the people were beautiful and you summed up the specialness of Bhutan amazingly. Loved it and makes us want to go! Thank you for making such a glorious film x
Absolutely awesome view of Bhutan. Thank you for sharing.
I’m really glad to hear you enjoyed it, Louanne! Thank YOU for watching 🥰 XX Tania
What a one of a kind experience and glad your video popped up in my feed. Thanks for sharing.
Absolutely amazing filming, capturing the uniqueness of Bhutan and it’s wonderfully happy people. 24 minutes went so quickly, I was captivated by the whole experience and feel privileged to see places usually hidden from the outside world. I so get the happy/sad, my eyes were filling up seeing those faces and there’s a lot to be said for being remote!!! Thank you for another spectacular video!
Vicky!! Aww I always love and deeply appreciate the thoughtful messages you leave us, THANK YOU! For being here and supporting us in everything we do with your kind words of encouragement ❤ xx Tania
Wow!! Looked like a great experience, a once in a life time one too. Thanks to you both for showing somewhere I wouldn't have seen otherwise. xx
Wow! Another amazing episode, the cinematography was amazing 🙌
Oh my goodness people. What a wonderful trip you've had. Such a privilege so thankyou for sharing with us all.
Absolutely fantastic video, thank you. X
Thanks for making us this amazing film!
You have reflected the real story about my Country and values..Thank you so much . I have watched so many travel vlog of Bhutan in UA-cam but to be honest you is my fav now .. Thank you much and we are hoping that you would again revisit our home country ❤❤❤❤
Loved it. As usual your videos are just the best. What a unique place you were blessed to visit ❤️
What incredible footage! Beautiful video, thanks for sharing ❤
Thank YOU, Bridget, for taking the time to watch 🥰 Hope you’ll join us for Nepal next! xx Tania
This is just absolutely fantastic. It's an absolute dream of ours to go to Bhutan and it was lovely seeing it through your lens. Thankyou for sharing!
What a stunning country!! Totally amazing. The landscape, the friendly people, everything. I listened to your podcast at the time but am WAY behind on your vlogs. I am pleased I finally got to watch this, you show the country off so well.
You two are just awesome in every sense of the word. I mean your films are brilliant and show such warm and loving insight into each place that you visit. I always feel like I am right along with you both. I watch a lot of folks on UA-cam and JitsIntoTheSunset is bar far my favorite channel!
Wow!! What a thoughtful and kind message to receive! Thank you for much for choosing to be here with us, and for taking the time to support us with your incredibly encouraging words!! 🥹💕 xx Tania
Amazing! Stunning scenery expertly captured by your outstanding photography and cinematography! Well done!
Simply amazing: the people, the nature, the religion. Thank you
Bhutan looks incredible through your lens. Your guide had a heart as big as Tania's which brought a tear to my eye. Thanks for sharing.
The videos you are releasing lately are absolutely amazing. Great stories, cinematic images and feels like a professional documentary. If this took over an hour we would still watch every second. Long time subscriber here 😄 Cheers from The Netherlands.
Wow!! What an incredible message to receive. Thank you, David, from the bottom of my heart, for being here, for supporting us and hyping us up 🥹 Your words motivate us to keep going and to believe in ourselves 🙏🏼 xx Tania
Oh my gosh guys, that was one incredible story/experience! You captured it beautifully and held me for 24 amazing minutes. Loved it, and further enforces why we have to make it there ourselves (Nigel and Sue) "Happy/sad". I get it Tania. You had me with dust in my eyes. On more than one occasion I might add! The people make it don't they? All the best you two and looking forward to tuning into the Nepal leg of your travels. Just love that country. Best regards, Nigel
Wow! You two are presenting amazing content with cinematic skill and personal heart that is so impressive. Thank you!
Such a beautiful moment captured. I enjoyed your vlog from beginning to last! Hope you had a wonderful stay in Bhutan! Visit again.
WOW! WOW! And WOW!. Guys...,what an amazing adventure. You are definitely THE BEST travel vloggers on utube!. Everytime Tanya said she was tearing up I was too. Your video majes people feel and that is truly something to be proud of. Adam...camera work and pictures are amazing! Thanks again for taking me along to a place I will never get to in my life time. Your video's are a lifetime opportunity for you snd all who watch. Continued success and please be safe. Hugs from Canada.....❤
Cheryl!! You’re the absolute sweetest 🥹 Thank you, thank you! We appreciate how you’re always ready to watch every film we share and take the time to leave us the most encouraging message ❤ We appreciate YOU 🥰✨ xx Tania
Beautiful filmmaking as always! That road looked SCARY! But wow, what a unique experience this trip must’ve been, thank you for sharing it with us🙏🏻✨
Lena, hi!! ❤ The road was definitely a hair raiser 😮 but also lots of fun! Not as scary as ‘AtmosFEAR’ for example 😂 I’m so glad you enjoyed watching, thank you for being here and supporting us as always ❤ xx Tania
Thank you so muchvfor showing my country to the world, here comes your new sub from Bhutan 🇧🇹
Another amazing film guys. Not somewhere I’d ever considered going, but what a beautiful part of the world, it looked like an incredible experience.
Also, I could totally relate to Tania’s altitude sickness, I got pretty sick in Nepal at about 4000m - never experienced anything like it! Looking forward to watching your next videos from Nepal and Iceland.
This was incredible! So well written and documented ❤ I especially loved the inside look into never before recorded practices and the duck/horse question!!
Thanks guys!! Really glad you enjoyed it 😌 haha, the duck/horse question is a particular highlight for me! 🦆 Adam
I have to watch it again. Thank you guys for this high quality video.
What an absolute fabulous video. Between the footage,story, back ground music, so amazing! Thank you for sharing 🪷
I bet the Yak was so soft
Yay!! Thank you so much for being here, Melissa 😍 We appreciate you very much - as a subscriber and Patreon 🥹✨ xx Tania
Great film! Love watching your journey through this beautiful world!!
Your videos are really good, especially with Tanyas narration. It reminds me of my childhood in the 90s when I used to watch the travel channel. Really nostalgic and really well done 👏👌 thanks for making great travel films❤
Wow, it's just so great- and so well deserved- that you two are receiving the kind of recognition that can open doors for you as filmmakers ❤❤❤
Aww Mike! It’s like a dream come true… we really hope our good fortune continues and we can continue to explore and share more unique parts of the world like this 🥹 Thank you for your love and support, as always!❤ xx Tania
I don't even have words, so happy to have found you!
Thanks for visiting my country and showing the world.
🤩 Wow what can I say!!! This is worthy of a mainstream TV documentary! So worthy for sure! The footage, dialogue and message you guys bought across was just superb!! ❤❤❤ Awesome job guys - I was super touched 😊
Wow! Thank you for much, for your kind words, Sharon 🥹💕 Your appreciation for our work is truly felt 💛💛💛 xx Tania
We followed you from the beginning and every new adventure turns into a vegan family movie night with me and my 6 yr old son Enzo. We love you guys and can't wait to watch this episode! xxx
What an amazing journey; thank you for bringing us along.
Nancy, hi! Thank you for being for watching ☺️ It’s truly our pleasure to be able to bring you along our travels ❤ xx Tania
What a beautiful film! Well done guys!
OMG that video made me emotional it was so lovely to watch. What beautiful people of Bhutan are. You showcased them perfectly. ❤
Aww I’m glad you got to share the feelings I felt during this magical experience - Thank you for choosing to be here, Michelle! We appreciate your love and support very much! 💛 xx Tania
Thanks for visiting Bhutan and showing to the world that.... it is really worth visiting .
Incredible film!!! Always inspiring! Thank you!
Thanks a million, you two!! ❤ Not only for being amongst the first to tune in but for your constant support here in our comments section 😘 xx Tania
This was such a beautiful insight to such an amazing place! ❤
This was such a beautiful vlog guys. You showed so much respect to the wonderful people of Bhutan. I follow quite a few really good vloggers but I have to say this post is probably my favourite ever. Well done guys. I hope this vlog gets seen by everyone
Wow.. this video is amazing! Really inspiring
hooked from the first minute, good story, great videography and your energy is addictive!
keep it up! :)
Amazing as always. what a stunning place with fabulous people, beautifully filmed.
Aww thanks so much you guys for watching!! 💛 Appreciate you choosing to spend part of your Sunday with us 🥰 xx Tania
have just found you on my feed. What a beautiful video of a very interesting country. Thank you.
HI Guys,
Great to see your journey and how you have navigated lots of issues over the last few years. Your coverage, photography and video footage is such a high level it certainly adds to the overall quality of what you produce.
Looks like you are slowing down now with your van life and the destinations - good luck in your future plans
Thank you for your kind gesture of documenting my country in very wholesome way... cheers to you two... my prayers and love
Aww this means a lot, thank you!! Please share this video with your friends and family 💛 xx Tania
Lovely place❤ and as always you captured it beautifully 😊
Absolutely beautiful film. Another gem. You guys are so talented. Cheers!
Thank you for being here, Fernando! And for your kind words of appreciation 🥹 See again for our Nepal film ❤❤ xx Tania
What a beauty... I think Bhutan just made it to my Bucket List... Thank you for this GOAT type of a Content
Stunning video. You really captured the culture and the beauty of the region. As always, very much television quality.
One of the best videos I watched on Bhutan.. well done job.. thank you 😊
Stunning video. thank you.
Wonderful. Thank you so much.
Thank YOU for watching 🥰 xx T
Greetings from Bhutan ❤🇧🇹
Thank you for your visit 🙏
This video is so beautiful . It brings out some kind of emotion embedded inside the soul and draws to a kind of mental state where the pure feelings of nostalgia over takes and makes one forget the stress of daily modern life.
Thanks so much! Beautiful worlds! Really glad to hear you enjoyed the video 😊