Bhutan is a democratic constitutional monarchy with a King as the head of state and a prime minister as the head of government. The Je Khenpo is the head of the state religion, …

3 days ago · Bhutan, landlocked country of south-central Asia, located on the eastern ridges of the Himalayas. Historically a remote kingdom, Bhutan became less isolated in the second half …

Most Bhutanese refer to their homeland as Druk-yul, the original and still official name. Bhutan, the name given to the country by the British, is the name used for most official and …

As a part of a new initiative for the 118th National Day, there will be an online lottery draw calle… A major measure that the Tourism Industry was looking forward to was the reintroduction of …

This guide explores Bhutanese customs, traditional dress, dining etiquette, and respectful practices when visiting religious sites. Whether you're planning a trip or simply curious, …

Dive into the rich Bhutanese culture and know more about their festivals, spiritual practices, traditional attire, and more in the Land of the Thunder Dragon.

Mar 10, 2025 · The Bhutanese name for Bhutan, Druk Yul, means "Land of the Thunder Dragon" and it only began to open up to outsiders in the 1970s. The Wangchuck hereditary monarchy …

The Bhutanese are physically similar to the Tibetans, but history does not record when they crossed over the Himalayas and settled in the south-draining valleys of Bhutan. Both Tibetans …

Nineteen languages are spoken here, including English – the language used in the Bhutanese school system. Our peaceable Buddhist nation embodies deeply ingrained values: …

The pattern of Buddhism has changed considerably over the centuries, influenced particularly by emigrants from Tibet. Later, Bhutanese sects developed their own forms of the religion.