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 prongs branching off from the middle of the central axis and joining again at the extremities. Diamond and thunderbolt both represent purity and indestructibility i.e...Read More
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 his son’s birth at Lumbini. Changchub Chorten: The king of Bodhgaya ordered a chorten to be built to commemorate Buddha’s enlightenment. Choekhor Choten: Buddha’s five...Read More
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 11,000, while a round trip is Nu 21,000. Infants will receive a 90 percent discount, children-33 percent, and students-30 percent.Read More
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 has to be issued to the Election Commission to have the by-election for the Nanong-Shumar constituency within 90 days of seat vacancy. Then the report...Read More
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 National Assembly Speaker, Jigme Zangpo, said he needed to study all laws and legal provisions before accepting the resignation. According to the National Assembly Act...Read More
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 his subjects. The Precious Queen is adorned with all the virtues and is a perfect companion for the Monarch. The Precious Minister is strong and...Read More
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 Law symbolizes that the Buddhist doctrine is alive and dynamic. The Golden Parasol symbolizes the protection the Buddhist doctrine offers a person’s spirit. The Golden...Read More
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 jeering the adversary. Dego: It involves throwing a stone of a certain weight to get it as close as possible to a stick driven into...Read More
The Raven Crown The Raven Crown by Michael Aris: It is an account of the modern history of Bhutan as seen by the 20th-century Wangchuk dynasty, which has ruled the kingdom since 1907. Based on Bhutanese chronicles, this informative book features 106 rare historic photographs from archives in Bhutan and the United Kingdom. Originally published in...Read More
Tsechus – Tourists get to see Bhutanese dressed in their finest attire at religious gatherings called Tsechus. A number of colourful mask dances are performed here to purify the onlookers. Cultural tours – Visiting dzongs and monuments built in the 17th century is a good past time for any one who would love to get...Read More
