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As the pace of globalization continues to accelerate, it is becoming easier and more perceptible to economic disparities between countries. Especially in the course of tourism, this difference is even more pronounced.
When we talk about tourism, we usually think of countries with beautiful scenery and rich culture, but sometimes, out of curiosity or other reasons, we also choose countries with relatively poor economic conditions as tourist destinations. Bhutan is one such example.
Bhutan, located in the eastern part of the Himalayas and bordering China and India, is a relatively closed country. Due to historical and geographical reasons, Bhutan has a relatively backward economy and is recognized as one of the poorest countries in Asia.
However, in recent years, with the gradual opening up of tourism, more and more tourists have started to take a keen interest in this Bhutan. They wanted to know what life was like in the place known as the "Last Shangri-La" and what the price levels were like.
First, let's start with traffic. In Bhutan, taxi fares start at INR 60, which is equivalent to RMB 6. The price will be increased by 4 yuan per kilometer. This means that if you only have 10 RMB, you can only take a local taxi for one kilometer.
Compared with China's fourth- and fifth-tier cities, such a ** is obviously high. But given Bhutan's geography and economic situation, such a ** may not be surprising.
Next is the diet. In an average restaurant, a meal for two costs around 700 rupees, which is equivalent to 70 yuan. This is obviously an astronomical amount for a tourist who only has 10 yuan.
They may have to buy something from a roadside stall to satisfy their hunger. However, even at roadside stalls, prices are not cheap. A bottle of Coke is equivalent to about 3 yuan, which is equivalent to the domestic **.
Such a price level is surprising. In our opinion, 10 yuan may not buy much in China, but in an economically backward country like Bhutan, it seems that it can't buy anything either.
This makes us re-examine the price level in the country, and maybe we have complained about high prices, but our price level is actually quite low compared to Bhutan.
So, why are prices so high in Bhutan?This is mainly attributed to the economic structure and geography of the country. Bhutan's economy is largely dependent on agriculture and tourism.
However, due to geographical constraints, agricultural production is inefficient, and tourism has not yet fully developed. In addition, Bhutan's high dependence on imports has also led to price increases.
Despite Bhutan's difficult economic conditions, this does not mean that the country is unattractive. On the contrary, it is precisely because of its uniqueness and mystery that it attracts more and more tourists to visit. They want to find inner peace and tranquility in this seemingly isolated place.
Compared to Thailand, Bhutan's tourism spending is obviously much higher. However, for those seeking a different cultural experience and willing to pay more, Bhutan is perhaps a more attractive destination.
In Bhutan, you can enjoy the magnificent scenery of the Himalayas, experience the deep Buddhist culture, and taste the unique local food ......These are all incomparable to Thailand.
Overall, while Bhutan's economy is relatively backward and prices are high, this does not affect its status as a unique and attractive tourist destination. For tourists, the key is whether you are willing to pay more to experience the unique charm of the country.