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Evolution of Bhutan: Transition from Absolute Monarchy to Parliamentary Democracy
Starting in the early 1960s, King Jigme Dorji Wangchuk initiated a comprehensive program aimed at overhauling Bhutan's economy and its semi-
Sep 17, 20233 min read


Gross National Happiness and Bhutan
The concept that directs Bhutan's administration is known as "gross national happiness" (GNH).
Jan 6, 20233 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


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


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


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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