Bhutan, [a] officially the Kingdom of Bhutan, [b] is a landlocked country in South Asia, located in the Eastern Himalayas, bordering China to the north and northwest and India to the south and southeast.

Jan 3, 2026 · 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 of the …

3 days ago · Bhutan is a small, land-locked Himalayan country that completed its transition from an absolute monarchy to a constitutional monarchy in 2008. The United States does not have diplomatic …

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 has wielded …

A rich tapestry of ethnicities, all proudly Bhutanese. You’ll meet Tshanglas in the east, Ngalops in the west and Lhotshampas in the fertile foothills of the south, as well as Bumthaps and Khengpas, …

Jan 1, 2026 · Bhutanese language and literature, arts and crafts, drama, music, ceremonies and events, architecture, and basic social and cultural values draw their essence from Buddhism.

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 international business …

Dec 3, 2025 · In committing to policies of social and administrative reform coupled with economic development, Bhutan began to cultivate its international contacts. The historical origins of Bhutan are …

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, understanding …

Numerous ethnic groups inhabit Bhutan, with the Ngalop people who speak the Dzongkha language being a majority of the Bhutanese population. [1][2] The Bhutanese are of four main ethnic …