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03
Jul

Your Guide to Buddhist Gods and Their Significance

In Buddhism, there are many gods. This article will talk about some of the Buddhist gods—Bodhisattvas and Buddhas—you’ll see in temples and homes across Bhutan, and what they symbolize. ZambalaZambala...
24
Jun

The Story of the Phallus

I recently came to know the story of the phallus and how it came to be widespread in Bhutanese society. The story is different and probably older than that of...
13
Jun

How Many Days Should I Spend in Bhutan? 

When planning a trip to Bhutan, it’s important to carefully consider how many days you intend to spend there. Cost Factor  Bhutan is a comparatively expensive country to visit. The...
04
Jun

Long For The Pure Land: A Solo Exhibition by Passang Tobgay

On a quiet Sunday afternoon, I spent my time talking to Passang Tobgay, at VAST. VAST is Bhutan’s first and major art studio and center. For nearly a month now,...
30
May

Bhutan’s King Receives Honorary Doctorate

His Majesty King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, Bhutan’s King—widely known as the People’s King—has received an honorary doctorate from the Chiba Institute of Technology in Japan. This is the latest...
21
May

Stories from Lobneykha, Bhutan

I travelled to Lobneykha twice. The first time for a familiarization tour ; Our manager had introduced the place as being near to Thimphu and Paro, on the old Thimphu-Phuentsholing...
14
May

Film Review: Thank You, Sir!

I finally watched the Bhutanese film Thank You, Sir! after years of meaning to. Written, directed, and acted by Tshering Gyeltshen, the film runs for over two and a half...
22
Apr

Paro Tshechu: Attending Paro Tshechu as an Adult 

A few days before attending Paro Tshechu (festival), I called my friend, Om, and squealed on the phone from excitement. We had planned to attend the final day of the...
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