Bumthang.

A misty morning saw all crews setting off in high spirits for the relatively short journey to Bumthang.   Everyone was still buzzing after the last couple of days exhilarating driving and looking forward to another fabulous day.


There was some road widening going on but nothing on the scale we have seen.  It was a yet another wonderful drive up through the rhododendron and blue pine forests, a couple of passes, through glorious rolling farmland, past exquisite villages and on to Bumthang.  






Bumthang is in the geographical heart of the country and is considered the most spiritual place in Bhutan.  All crews arrived in time for lunch at our hotel, a wonderfully traditional place with great views across the valley.  There is much for the visitor to see.  Ancient monasteries that make your spine tingle, beautiful countryside, the tiniest and prettiest airport building you ever saw and a charming town.



The lovely Model A of of Gerry and Joyce had a problem with shock absorbers after endless bouncing on the rough roads but they were soon fixed.  The BMW has had a new alternator fitted and front shocks. Considering the incredibly rough terrain that all crews have experienced over the last few days the cars have stood up remarkably well and there is little mechanical trouble reported.




All in all, a lovely relaxing day with some great driving much of interest for all.

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