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A day in the life of a traveller (Bhutan Diaries Part two)
Apple picking, making new friends and monkeying around
Being a tourist is fun. But, have you ever been a traveller?
This post is a continuation of my Bhutan story — an ode to the wonderful times I spent in the Land of Thunder Dragon.
This is about the day my friend Vipasha and I spent roaming the streets of Thimphu. No, not the tourist spots, but the lanes around our AirBnb, the little villages obscured from view, interacting with locals and having one of the most beautiful days of our lives.
The day started with our hosts at the AirBnB very generously cooking us a hearty breakfast of Ema Datshi (sauteed capsicum and cheese) with rice. Bellies full, we set on our little adventure.
The first friends we made were Rocco and Taffy — two absolutely adorable balls of fluff that wagged their tails and ran up to us as we stepped out. The dogs belonged to a neighbour and were so full of energy, that running around and playing with them tired us out.
Nevertheless, it was a lot of fun.
