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π§ PLACE: SIX SENSES BHUTAN
Luxury wellness and personal transformation in the Himalayan Mountains.
By Iona Paulet
A landlocked Himalayan Kingdom, Bhutan is rich in culture, tradition and spirituality that have been carefully guarded and preserved. Bhutan is accessible by plane via Bangkok, Delhi, Kathmandu, Kolkata and Singapore. There are 21 Six Senses properties scattered around the world across 17 countries which are all different; especially unique is the Six Senses Bhutan - located within the amazing Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan, known for its rich diversity of flora and fauna along with omnipresent spirituality and colorful culture.Β This location is so unique, yet aligns with the Six Senses brandβs values so well with the pillars of wellness, Sustainability, and experiencing the extraordinary.
Geographically, Bhutan descends from the highest Himalaya, which exceeds 33,000 feet (7,000 meters) in height to the plains in the south that are at an altitude of just 1,000 feet (300 meters). To the north lies Tibet while to the west, south and east sits India. Through this dramatically descending landscape, the rivers run from north to south and over the years have forged deep valleys and ravines that are separated by lofty ridges and mountain passes. Each of these valleys has a scenic beauty that is unique unto itself and it is these valleys that provide the opportunity for an enchanted journey through the Kingdom.Β
Each valley has a distinct atmosphere and aura, and Six Senses decided to create five different unique lodges, each with its own character, environment and experiences. Guests may visit one of the lodges or, to have the best experiences that Bhutan has to offer, a tailor-made journey can be organized: combining of the lodges located in Thimphu, Punakha, Gangtey, Bumthang and Paro.Β
Different landscapes mean different aesthetics: Bumthang in the forest, Gangtey for a birdβs-eye-view, Punakha for a pastoral, agricultural atmosphere, Thimphu for hilltop views of the capital, and Paro for an impressive re-creation of the ancient stonework of the nearby monasteries.
The Thimphu lodge, named βThe Palace in the Skyβ
Six Senses hotel in Bhutan offers 82 spacious villas and suites, starting from 645 square feet for the suites and up to 3,681 square feet for the three-bedroom villas. These lodges range in size and facilities, however they all embrace the Six Senses guiding principles which include spa, wellness, healthy eating, comfort in sleep in addition to a journey of self-discovery within Bhutanβs beauty of spirituality, culture and nature.
The Paro lodgeΒ
One of the five lodges, Paro features a wide range of unique facilities, especially the Six Senses Spa and Wellness Center with four single rooms, gym, outdoor sauna and cool dip, yoga room, relaxation area, private meditation area.
Wellness is one of the main pillars at Six Senses properties. In each property around the world; you will find a designated Wellness Director. For each guest, a so-called βwellness screeningβ is complimentary: the goal here is to evaluate your overall wellness level through a series of questions, led by a qualified therapist.Β
This non-invasive analysis measures your key biomarkers and helps their experts understand what your body really needs, and help you diagnose your lifestyle for a personalized treatment or a bespoke multi-day program specific to your needs. Combined with the Six Senses programs such as Eat With Senses, or Sleep with Six Senses, you are assured to spend a relaxing and replenishing stay every time.Β
At the Bhutan location, there are sleep-inducing shirodhara oil treatments and blend-your-own herbal body scrubs, but the dotsho hot stone baths are particularly worth seeking out. A godsend after a day of heavy hiking, these herb-filled baths are heated by small boulders that steam and sizzle when they hit the water and work wonders on weary muscles. The spas in Paro and Thimphu also have access to a heated indoor swimming pool, while the climate around the Punakha lodge is warm enough to warrant an outdoor one.Β CHECK IN HERE.
π§ PERSON: Β DASHO SANGAY WANGCHUK
Β Founder of the Six Senses Bhutan
Elegant, humble and passionate are a few words to describe Dasho Sangay Wangchuk, a Thimphu-born entrepreneur and the founder of the Six Senses Bhutan. Sangay is married to HRH Princess Chimi Yangzom Wangchuck, the daughter of his Majesty, the fourth King of Bhutan. Traveling the world from a young age with his parents, who were involved in hotel industry ventures, instilled an entrepreneurial spirit in him. What is important in life is to live purposefully and for Sangay, creating the Six Senses Bhutan has long been his vision.
βSince I was a teenager, I started collecting and looking for ideas and themes,β he recalls. βThen came locating and identifying the perfect sites that would encompass all the beauty of Bhutan. When this was set, we dove deep into the building and design works for 10 years β two and a half years purely perfecting the design β to ensure every square inch was perfect. The final product was something every luxury operator wanted to pitch, with all of them saying that Bhutan is the most authentic destination in the world.β
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