In October 2006 we cycled around Sikkim (India) and Bhutan. Using a simple digital camera, a Canon Powershot A85, we shot some very short video clips to give you an extra impression of this trip.
Crossing the border from India into Bhutan by bicycle.
In fact is what you see here illagal. We didn't stop for the passport check
and were called back.
Busy street scene in downtown Kalimpong (Sikkim)
Cyclist
on the top of Kiki La in Bhutan. Kiki La is a minor pass on the road to
the Bumthang valley. It briings good luck to circle the chorten on
the top clockwise at least three times.
Reaching the
top of Dochu La near Thimpu. Dochu La is the first major pass on the road
from Thimpu to the east of Bhutan.
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