Until the late 1960s, when the Kingdom's urban centres started to emerge, the population was dispersed across small, remote villages, meaning its cultures, traditions and landscapes have remained undiluted. Sensitively integrated into their surroundings as if they were always there, Amankora’s lodges, spread across five valleys, offer an insight into Bhutanese daily life.
For those looking ahead and planning future travel, Amankora's 12-night Designing a Kingdom journey is one of Aman's most extraordinary experiences. Visiting all five lodges with a bespoke itinerary and the safe hands of a private guide, guests will discover the country's dramatic mountain passes and forested wilds, encounter arts, crafts and architecture, and learn of local ways of life, with spiritual encounters along the way.