The Bhutanese use certain ritual objects which are associated with particular deities during religious ceremonies. 1. Dorje/ Vajrayana – The “diamond-thunderbolt” looks like a small dumb-bell with four or eight...
The Eight Chortens commemorate eight different events in Buddha’s life and each is slightly different from the others. Desheg Chorten: Buddha’s father ordered a chorten to be built to celebrate...
Tashi Airline’s first international flight will be on Oct 10 between Paro and Bangkok, Thailand. A one-way fare for Bhutanese and Indian nationals flying Paro to Bangkok will cost Nu...
The National Assembly’s acceptance of the DPT President and former Prime Minister, Jigmi Y Thinley’s resignation was announced formally on August 11.National Assembly Speaker Jigme Zangpo said the court order...
DPT President, Jigmi Y Thinley, after serving the royal government in various capacities for over four decades, including being Bhutan’s first democratically elected Prime Minister, has submitted his resignation. The...
The Flaming Wheel allows the Monarch to travel wherever he wishes at great speed. The Precious Jewel is made of lapis lazuli and fulfills the wishes of the Monarch and...
The Treasure Vase symbolizes the treasures of the Buddhist doctrine. The Endless Knot symbolizes love. The Victorious Banner proclaims the victory of Buddhism and virtue over sin. The Wheel of...
Archery: Bhutan’s national sport, it is played year-round. The bows and arrows are made of a special species of bamboo and each match has women cheering for their team and...
