$250/day for your wedding shoot in Bhutan? Here's what you're really getting

Bhutan has been drawing a lot of attention in recent years - with its amazing, unspoilt landscapes and magnificent architecture, it's a truly idyllic and mesmerising retreat for nature and culture-loving urbanites. 

The Her World Brides team travelled to Bhutan with local celebrities Jesseca Liu and Jeremy Chan to shoot their wedding portraits. 

The majestic and iconic Tiger Nest is just one of the draws of the mystical kingdom, also often dubbed the happiest country on the planet. Its dramatic natural scenery, monasteries and fortresses are made for spectacular pictures, and especially for pre-wedding shoots. We would know - just check out the fabulous spreads we shot of Jesseca Liu and Jeremy Chan for their pre-wedding portraits. 

Left: The majestic Takstang Lhakhang or Tiger's Nest Monastery. Left: Simtokha Dzong, home to the country’s Institute for Language and Cultural Studies and a monastic school

But yet, there's a drawback: the USD 250 daily tourist fee, which is the highest in the world. 

It may seem exorbitant to those thinking of visiting Bhutan. But it's more than the cost of your visa. In fact, it also covers accommodation, food and ground transport. According to Bhutan Times (via AsiaOne), here's what really goes into the daily tariff: 

The pricing also varies by season:

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While it's certainly not cheap, there are some plus points, if you're intending to go ahead with your honeymoon or shoot in Bhutan:  

Worth the moolah? We'll let you decide. But if you're planning a visit to the beautiful kingdom, don't forget to check out: 6 OF BHUTAN'S MOST GORGEOUS PLACES FOR WEDDING PHOTOS