The ‘Switzerland of Asia’ is a serene destination with almost no crowds

Known as the ‘Switzerland of Asia’, the tiny Himalayan country of Bhutan in South Asia is one of the most peaceful places on Earth.

The remote, landlocked country only opened its borders to outsiders in the 1970s, and has become known for its National Happiness Surveys, which residents are asked to complete every five years.

Prayer flags are strung for miles across gorges and hillsides – think epic landscapes, authentic dishes and…