Bhutan is the landlocked nation set amidst the gorgeous Himalayas. It is the most peaceful and highly conservative land on Earth. The beautiful place has a culture which is considered as one of the oldest.
Thimphu (alt. 2400m/7875ft) - The capital town of Bhutan and the centre of government, religion and commerce, Thimphu is a unique city with unusual mixture of modern development alongside ancient traditions.
Bhutan's recently achieved its long time goal of Universal Primary Education. The gross enrolment rate in primary education was 106% in 2007. There is near gender equality (93%).