Introducing Bhutan

Bhutan is nestled in the Himalayas between two large nations, China and India. Bhutan is somewhat larger than Switzerland. The mysterious Himalayan monarchy, known as “Druk Yul,” is a spiritual land with a rich Buddhist and cultural heritage, with verdant valleys, dense woodlands, rolling hills, and towering crags. Bhutanese people are friendly, welcoming, and constantly smiling. Bhutan is a hidden gem and an eco-tourist’s paradise, making it a must-visit destination.

• Location: Landlocked between India & China (880 45’ & 920 10’ E Longitude & 260 42’ & 280 15’ N Latitude)
• Total Area: 38,394 Square kilometers
• Altitude: 100m in south to 7500 m in the north above sea level.
• Political System: Democratic Constitutional Monarchy
• Inhabitants:  Approximately 0.8 million
• Language: Dzongkha (official)
• Religion: “Drukpa Kadju” (Mahayana Buddhism)
• Local Time: 6 hours ahead of GMT
• Currency: Ngultrum (Nu)
• Capital: Thimphu (Western Bhutan)
  National Dress: Gho (man) Kira (Women) 
• National Animal: Takin (Budorcas taxicolor)
• National Sports: Archery (Bamboo made)
• National Bird: Raven (Corvus corax Tibetanus)
• National Flower: Blue Poppy (Mecanopsis grandis)
• National Tree: Cypress (Cupresses torulosa)
• National Day: Yearly celebrated on 17th December
• Districts (Dzongkhags): 20
• Forest coverage: 72.5%
• Season: Winter (Dec, Jan, Feb), Spring (Mar, Apr, May), Summer (Jun, Jul, Aug), Autumn (Sept, Oct, Nov)