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Bhutan

General Information about Bhutan

Bhutan is a small country in south Asia landlocked between India and the Tibetan region of China. The Himalayan mountain range runs through the north of Bhutan. The Bhutanese speak Dzongkha as well as some Tibetan and Nepalese dialects. Bhutan has a population of just over 2 million people, 75% of which are of Lamaistic Buddhist religion. The remaining 25% follow Nepalese or Indian influenced Hinduism. The name Bhutan translates to mean Land of the Thunder Dragon. Bhutan's capital city is Thimpu, located in the east of the country.

Bhutan has many sacred sights to visit, most of these are Buddist monastries or temples. The Taktshang Goemba, meaning Tiger's Nest, is the most famous monastry is Bhutan. It is a tranquil place situated on a cliff above the Paro Valley. In Jakar there is the temple Kurjey Lhakhang which is the oldest Buddist relic in Bhutan and above Mangde Chhu is the Trongsa Dzong, the most impressive monastry in the country.

Climate

Find Out About The Climate In Bhutan

The seasons can vary in Bhutan from region to region with the climate being affected its altitude. The southern parts experience typcial tropical weather conditions, while in the south the conditions are more temperate. In the northern parts a polar-type climate occurs bringing with it all year round snow with temperatures rarely going near or above 10 degrees. The eastern parts of Bhutan are more temperate with drier weather conditions. Monsoon season in Bhutan begins in May and finishes in mid October. The best months to visit Bhutan are October, November, as well as April through to mid June.

Geography

Geographical Information On Bhutan

Located in the eastern parts of the Himalayas Bhutan is a small country with a total land area of 47,000 square metres with none of this consisting of water. Much of Bhutan's terrain is mountainous with savanna and some fertile valleys. The Himalayas extend for over seven thousand metres into Bhutan's north side. Bhutan shares its eastern border with Tibet for over 470 kilometres. The highest point in Bhutan is Kula Kangri which rises to over 7,553 metres although detailed topographic studies claim that lies within the borders of Tibet.

Economy

Learn About The Economy In Bhutan

The economy in Bhutan largely revolves around the agricultural industry which contributes over 42 percent of the economy and employs over 80 percent of the population. Forestry is also a main contributor to the economy. Bhutan is amongst some of the least developed countries in the world although the living conditions are not as severe as some third world countries. India supports Bhutan's economy greatly and finances almost three fifths of its budget expenditures. The official currency of Bhutan is the Ngultrum.

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