Thursday, December 23, 2010

Bhutan "Land of the Thunder Dragon"




Bhutan
Bhutan, also known as DRUK YUL (Land of the Thunder Dragon) is a attractive country, virtually untouched by the outer world. It has one of the most beautiful landscape and cultural richness in Asian sub continent. Bhutan, officially the Kingdom of Bhutan   is a small landlocked country in South Asia, This small Asian country, nestled between China and India located at the eastern end of the Himalayas. Bhutan offers travelers unparalleled attractions, adventure, and the cultural experience of a lifetime.
Bhutan is separated from the nearby country of Nepal to the west
by the Indian state of Sikkim, and from Bangladesh to the south by West Bengal.
National Geographic Outline
Official Country Name:  Kingdom of Bhutan
Capital: Thimphu
Currency:   Ngultrum
Language: Dzongkha  
Total Area:  38816 Km2 (14,987 sq)
Population :   691,141
Ethnic Composition:  Bhudisim
Attractive Cities and towns
Thimphu, Damphu, Jakar ,Mongar, Paro, Phuentsholing, Punakha, Samdrup Jongkhar,Trashigang, Trongsa.