Last week, I visited the famous Lungtenzampa bridge, a 170 meter-long bridge constructed in 1995. I wanted to visit the bridge after I learnt about a lore tied to the two chortens (shrines) below it. I had visited one of the chortens, circumambulating it like so many others who spend their afternoons and mornings there,...Read More
During your time in Bhutan, if you desire an authentic cafe experience, Ambient Cafe, located in the center of Thimphu, is the place to be. In addition to blending and roasting coffee, the cafe also serves a range of vegetarian food. They offer freshly made juice as well. The last time I was there, I...Read More
Starting in October 2024, Druk Air, Bhutan’s premier national carrier, will begin flying to Dubai twice a week. This expansion comes as the airline is in the process of purchasing more airplanes and after adding more cities earlier this year. Druk Air is Bhutan’s oldest and most trusted airline. According to their website, Druk Air...Read More
Though Bhutan has a national football team, it wasn’t until recently that the sport was played professionally. Now, there are as many as ten teams that compete within Bhutan, some of which compete internationally. The success story of football in Bhutan parallels with Chencho Tshering Gyeltshen– CG7’s rise, also known as Bhutan’s Ronaldo. Many in Bhutan...Read More
Last week in the capital Thimphu, Their Majesties the King and the Queen, along with members of the Royal Family, officially opened the Chang Yul Park, located just below the Changjiji flyover bridge. The Chang Yul Park is a first of its kind in Bhutan, with its grand scale and design. Construction started in 2022,...Read More
On August 20, 2024, the Royal Family of the Kingdom of Lesotho arrived in Bhutan for a week-long visit. This marks a historic occasion as it is the first time an African royal has visited Bhutan. Upon their arrival, their Royal Highnesses Princess Chimi Yangzom Wangchuck, Princess Dechen Yangzom Wangchuck, and Princess Euphelma Choden Wangchuck,...Read More
In the past, people in Bhutan spoke 26 languages—more than the total number of Dzongkhags (districts). This showcases the diverse nature of Bhutan, highlighting its rich linguistic heritage despite its small population and size. Going further back, they likely spoke even more languages. Bhutan’s unique landscape, which divided the country into smaller regions, created this...Read More
When I think about December in Bhutan, I think and feel good things. December, for me as a kid, marked the beginning of our winter break, which lasted nearly three months. It also means sticking to the same outfit, whether a jacket or a pair of boots. December also means unlimited clear skies. December in...Read More
Recently, when I spoke to an American and a Thai acquaintance, the topic of Bhutan came up. The American acquaintance was quick to notice my accent and said that it sounded “Indian.” He wasn’t wrong. My accent changes according to the person I am talking to; it’s been a long-standing thing. We then spoke about...Read More
On July 8, 2024, Bhutan’s King, His Majesty King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, along with Her Majesty the Queen and His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, arrived in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. The visit is historic as it marks the first time Bhutan’s King has visited Mongolia. Bhutan and Mongolia established diplomatic relations in 2012. During the...Read More
