Wednesday 7 May Death Anniversary of Zhabdrung in Bhutan
The nation of Bhutan was founded in the 17th century by Zhabdrung (meaning “at whose feet one submits”) Ngawang Namgyal, a Tibetan Buddhist lama, known…
‘I’ve visited nearly every country – 11 underrated destinations blew me away’
On track to create a World Record for the fastest person to visit every country on Earth, Michael Zervos has travelled to over 165 of…
Bitcoin king: Why is Bhutan betting on crypto? | Business and Economy News
For years, Bhutan has measured its economic and social development using uncommon currencies: happiness and sustainability. But amid growing economic pains and a brain drain,…
Bhutan’s climate crisis | Climate
101 East visits Bhutan, the Himalayan kingdom struggling with the climate crisis.As the world’s first carbon-negative country, Bhutan absorbs more carbon dioxide than it emits.…
Friday 13 September Thimphu Tshechu in Thimphu
Thimphu Tsechu was initiated by the 4th Druk Desi (secular ruler of Bhutan), Gyalse Tenzin Rabgay in the 17th century. In the 1950s some changes were introduced in Thimphu Tshechu by the 3rd…