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About Bhutan
Facts and figures area: 38.394 km ².
Forest area: 72.5%.
Altitude: between 240 meters and 7541metres on sea level.
Population: 752,700.
Language: The official language "Dzongkha", English spoken by the citizens.
Religion: Tantric Mahayana Buddhism.
Currency: Ngultrum (equal to the rupee). Geography
The Kingdom of Bhutan is a small sovereign country hidden in the eastern Himalayan mountains between north China and India in the south. The area of 38,394 square kilometers with the length of 88, 45 and 92 10 'east and latitude 26 40' and 28 15, in the north. The Kingdom of Bhutan is a mountainous country slightly above sea level to the mountains of the High Himalaya, 7, 600 meters on the north by the various climatic conditions ranging from warm humid to alpine
The country's population is 752700. It consists of four main ethnic groups, namely in the region Sharchop Eastern Kheng in central and southern part, Lhotshampa in southern, northern Ngalong western regions. These four groups of people become an ADC.
Weather in Bhutan would experience different types of weather, depending on different altitudes and stations. To the south is warm and humid, while the hills and mountains to the north are under perpetual snow. Rainfall can vary in relation short distance due to rain shadow effects. We have four seasons are spring, summer, autumn and winter. July and August heavy rains and believe Bhutanese in September there will be a festival called thrue (blessed rainy day), the rainy season. Spring and autumn is ideal for tour stations the kingdom of Bhutan. In winter the temperature drops below because of the snow. The days are generally warm and cold nights.
History
Bhutan's early history is a mystery. Most documents were lost or distroyed by a devastating earthquake and fire. What documented evidence has survived in some of their Dzongs confirms the establishment of a dual system of government by Nawang Shabdrung Namgyel who unified the country in the Drukpa school of Mahayana Buddhism. Nawang Shabdrung Namgyel died in the 17 century. Although his death was kept secret for many years, Bhutan entered a period of conflict and confusion for the next two centuries. The "Penlops" who self-governing style of the various regions are constantly engaged in the ongoing struggle against each other in an attempt to influence policy on the territories of their rivals to expand their sphere of control. Prominent among them Penlops Trongsa and Paro, the two most powerful clans that exerts the same control on each half of the territory of Bhutan. Other powerful regional families tend to side with either.
Finally at the end of 19 century AD, the Trongsa Penlop who controlled central and eastern Bhutan defeated the Paro Penlop who controlled the western province in a historic battle in the plains below Changlimithang Thimphu. The victorious Trongsa Penlop – Sir Ugyen Wangchuck was unanimously elected the first hereditary king of Bhutan unified the December 17, 1907 by representatives of the clergy of great extent, public officials and prominent members of society. Sir Ugyen Wangchuk was awarded the title Knight Commander of the British Empire for his tacit powers negotiation and diplomatic skills touch. This visionary leader of the Bhutanese people to further strengthen the country laying the foundation of authority strong core that has ruled the country since then. His successors remain a stable and progressive system of governance in the country. Today Bhutan is one of the nations Faster and faster development to flourish under the dynamic leadership of His Majesty Jigme Singye Wangchuk, the fourth hereditary monarch of Bhutan, who ruled from 1972, which is much loved and respected not only for the people of Bhutan, but people around the world.
target = "_blank" title = "Bhutan festival"> People and beliefs
The Bhutanese are a peace loving people and fearful of God constantly drink the values of Buddhism in their daily lives. Adherence to the fundamental principles of Buddhist philosophy such as non-violence and compassion towards all sentient beings is deeply ingrained in Bhutan. Prayer flags flapping in the wind, chortens (stupas), monasteries and prayer wheels turning on a show common, sending prayers through prayer flags and maintain communication with the sky unchanged.
Bhutan has cultivated a culture once in a lifetime, and is famous for its rich and vibrant form of dance, costumes, architecture, arts and crafts distinguished by their expressions in bold bright colors and intricate designs. His belief in the doctrine of "Karma" is a motivation to accumulate as many virtues in his life today to reduce the degree of suffering in its next birth. All shares are defined by the teachings of Buddha that defenders of virtuous living as the path to achieving Nirvana, a state of suffering and happiness is not eternal. So the people of Bhutan are very hospitable and helpful. Love and respect for nature is inherent to all Bhutanese. Generations accept the strength of nature is manifested in significant protection. All living things are considered by Bhutan as the embodiment preciousness of life, while nature is worshiped as the source of all life.
Way of Life
Over 70% of the population carry a farming lifestyle. People know true peace, unhindered by the fast life that marks modernity.
Bhutanese society is egalitarian in its provision. All the inhabitants of the country, wear national dress is distinctive tissue of various colors, vibrant shades of cotton wool or silk. The dress of the men is called "gho" and dress the ladies called "Kira." The dress is common to all strata of society. The jewelry is mostly pearl, turquoise, coral, and agate well-crafted gold and silver.
The Bhutanese diet is rich in meat, cereals including rice, vegetables and herbs.
Meat dishes, mainly pork and beef, are lavishly spiced with chilies, and is common to see these bright red peppers drying on rooftops in the sun. Salted butter tea is served in all occasions. Chang, a local beer, and Arra, a liquor distilled from rice, corn, wheat or barley, are also favorite drinks. "Tame" or nut betel is offered as a standard greeting.
Archery is a popular national sport played all year with traditional bows and arrows. An integral part of most Party, parties, archery are gala affairs with music, dancing and joy to drink.
In Bhutan, the ancient music and dances of the region several have been faithfully preserved. The peace, the grace of folk dances and drama of the dance energy, the mask color will remain one of the visitors most vivid memories.
Religion
Bhutan is the only country that practices the religion of Tantric form Mahayana Buddhism today. It was in the 8th century AD that Guru Padma Sambhava introduced Buddhism to the country.
religious parties known as "tsechus and symbolizes' Dromchoes" friendship, peace and compassion, are held annually in different parts of the kingdom at different times of the year. These parties are a vibrant time for people of various professions and decent social conditions are met in all their ceremonial outfits. The most popular festivals are Paro Tsechu (March / April), Thimphu Tsechu (September / October) and in Bumthang (October). During the party, masquerade balls and rare sacred sword dances and many rituals performed.
Flora and Fauna
Bhutan has a rich diversity of flora and fauna. Equipped with an incomparable panoramic beauty of the majestic snow-capped peaks, lush valleys and vast area of virgin forest, Bhutan is home to many rare and endangered wildlife such as blue sheep, musk deer, red panda, snow leopard, black bear, golden langur and Single Takin, Bhutan's national animal. The danger of Black Necked Cranes also migrate to Bhutan from Central Asia during the winter.
The country has been identified as one of the 10 bio-diversity hot in the world and one of the 221 global endemic bird areas. Its ecosystem has some of the more exotic species the eastern Himalayas, with an estimated 770 species of birds and over 50 species of rhododendrons, along with an amazing variety of medicinal plants and orchids.
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