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The Dzong of Zhongar
The ruins of ZhongarDzong stand today on a mountain called Golanbrak, overlooking Ghalikhar valley and Thridangbi in Mongar.
Nov 24, 20223 min read


CSI Market
Cottage and Small Interest (CSI) is a flagship program of the Department of Cottage and Small Industry (DCSI)
Nov 23, 20222 min read


Yartsa Goenbub—Medicinal winter worms
Cordyceps are parasitic fungi that feed on insects and caterpillars. Long extensions of stem sprout from the body after fungi...
Nov 22, 20223 min read


Wangdue Phodrang Dzong and the mystery of its frequent mishaps.
History of the fortress Photogrpahy of old Wangdi Phodrang Dzong. The Wangduephodrang Dzong, constructed in 1638, was one of Zhabdrung...
Nov 21, 20223 min read


Gold needle therapy
Out of the 11 therapies offered by the Traditional hospital, ‘Sergi khap’ (golden needle) or acupuncture therapy is the most popular
Nov 17, 20223 min read


VAST Bhutan
VAST Bhutan, gives youth the pportunity to participate and develop their potential artistic talents, particularly in contemporary art...
Nov 16, 20223 min read


The mythology of Dong Gyem Tsey
Mythology behind Takin, Bhutan’s national animal.
Nov 14, 20223 min read


Paro Taktsang - Tiger’s Nest
Paro Taktsang, also known as “Tiger’s nest”. One of the iconic sacred sites in Bhutan on a cliffside in upper Paro valley.
Nov 13, 20222 min read


Samuh
Samuh is somewhat like the Bhutanese version of Netflix. It is a video streaming platform that provides its services from Bhutan.
Nov 12, 20223 min read


How do Bhutanese people feel about revised Tax laws on imported goods?
Revision of Imported Tax in Bhutan: On 8th of November 2022, the Tax Bill of Bhutan was unveiled by Finance Minister Namgay Tshering...
Nov 11, 20223 min read


Snowman Race Bhutan
The Snowman Race is an ultramarathon of 203 kilometers held through unexplored heights in the eastern mountain passes and harsh terrains.
Nov 8, 20223 min read


Things you probably didn’t know about Bhutan
1. The third “no thanks” is the only “no thanks” A lot of Asian countries probably have this culture where one has to say “no", three...
Nov 7, 20223 min read


Chukha Tshechu
Tshechu is a religious Bhutanese festival that is conducted annually in each district of Bhutan. Tshechu means “day ten”, the festival...
Nov 7, 20223 min read


Bhutan’s journey with ICT and STEM
Bhutan’s journey with Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and (Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics) STEM
Nov 4, 20223 min read


Tiktok in Bhutan
Tiktok has become very popular among young people in Bhutan. Although the video-creating and sharing app was launched as Douyin in 2016...
Nov 3, 20222 min read


Jakar Tshechu
Tshechus are auspicious festivals performed in Bhutan on the 10th day of the Bhutanese Calendar.
Nov 2, 20223 min read


LGBTQIA+ in Bhutan
...it is our responsibility to educate ourselves and the younger generation while rendering love and support to the queer community.
Nov 2, 20223 min read


GOKAB, an opportunity for street dance and Bhutanese-pop (B-pop) culture
In the last two decades, modern forms of pop culture such as B-boying, freestyles, and hip-hop music have been enthusiastically embraced...
Oct 31, 20223 min read
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