We arrived at the Paro Airport, then met up with the rest of the teachers and went to lunch in the main part of Paro before driving to Thimphu. We got to walk around Paro a bit, which was our first introduction to a Bhutanese city. I thought it was beautiful.
Then we went to Thimphu, had dinner, and everyone crashed. It was a very tiring day, and if you add in the jetlag, it was exhausting. Today we had orientation in the morning, got to meet the Minister of Education at noon, and then took a city tour in the afternoon. We were shown all the markets and good stores to buy supplies for going into the field to our schools, as well as the touristy stalls that sell nice souvenirs. It was really nice to get to explore the city, but as it was another full day, its another night early to bed.
Bhutan is absolutely beautiful, and there is so much to see. The Bhutanese food has been spicy, but I am coming around to it...and the soups and teas are wonderful! So far, I am absolutely loving it here. The orientation has been good, all of the other BCF teachers are really nice and
interesting, and are all really remarkable people who are so passionate about teaching and being here. Its a great group of people to start off this experience with.
Glad to hear you're getting adjusted and enjoying orientation, Sarah! Great pictures!
ReplyDeleteSo excite to follow these next adventures, Sarah! You have come a long way from Student teaching and I am so proud of all your work!
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