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	Bhutan Culture, Bhutan State Culture, Bhutan Culture, Bhutan Culture Tourism
		Culture of Bhutan is among the oldest, most carefully guarded and well preserved cultures in the world.
		Bhutan has three main ethnic groups: the Sharchop in the east, which originated from the tribes of northern Burma and northeast India; the Ngalops in the west, who introduced Buddhism to Bhutan after migrating from Tibet; and the Lhotsampas in the south, originally belonging to Nepal.
		The men in Bhutan wear a "gho," a long knee-length robe that is tied around the waist by a belt and the women wear a "kira," which is an ankle-length dress worn with a short jacket.
	bhutan.saarctourism.org /bhutan-clture.html (859 words)

	Culture of Bhutan - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		A sparsely populated country bordered by India to the south and China to the north, Bhutan has long maintained a policy of strict isolationism, both culturally and economically, with the goal of preserving its cultural heritage and independence.
		The highest monk in the land is the chief abbot of Bhutan, whose title is Je Khenpo.
		In the early 1960s the Third King of Bhutan began the gradual process of introducing modern technology to the medieval kingdom.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Culture_of_Bhutan (1595 words)

	Bhutan - MSN Encarta
		Bhutan, monarchy in South Asia, in the eastern Himalayas, on the Indian subcontinent.
		Bhutan’s main rivers, from west to east, are the Torsa, Raidak, Sankosh, and Manas.
		The Sharchops reside mainly in eastern and southeastern Bhutan and are thought to be the region’s earliest inhabitants.
	encarta.msn.com /encyclopedia_761568123/Bhutan.html (2652 words)

	Bhutan - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Bhutan is one of the most isolated nations in the world; foreign influences and tourism are heavily regulated by the government to preserve its traditional Tibetan Buddhist culture.
		The climate in Bhutan varies with altitude, from subtropical in the south to temperate in the highlands and polar-type climate, with year-round snow, in the north.
		Bhutan's economy is one of the world's smallest and least developed, and is based on agriculture, forestry, and the sale of hydroelectric power to India.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Bhutan (5010 words)

	Traveling to Bhutan: Jachung Travel
		There are three main ethnic groups in Bhutan: the Sharchop in the east, whose origins can be traced back to the tribes of northern Burma and northeast India; the Ngalops in the west, who migrated from Tibet and introduced Buddhism to Bhutan; and the Lhotsampas in the south, who are of Nepali origin.
		English is the medium of instruction in Bhutan, and it is widely spoken by those who have received education, especially those in urban areas.
		Bhutan's official religion is the Tantric form of Mahayana Buddhism, and it plays an important role in Bhutanese society and development.
	www.jachungtravel.com /culture.html (922 words)

	Bhutan Travel, Trekking in Bhutan, Himalayas, Holiday, Culture, History of Bhutan (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-26)
		The Kingdom of Bhutan is wedged between India and China along the lofty mountains of the eastern Himalayas, between longitude 88°45' and 92°10' east and latitude 26°40' and 28°15'.
		Bhutan embarked on the path of socio-economic development in the 1960s and is now one of the fastest developing nations in Asia.
		Bhutan 's historical legends, however, begin with the visit of Guru Padmasambhava, who is believed to have come from Tibet in 747 A.D. From then on, the Buddhist faith has played a large part in shaping the course of this country's history.
	www.tourism-bhutan.com /aboutbhutan.php (1773 words)

	Bhutan General Information, History, Geography, People of Bhutan, Weather, Bhutanese culture and religion.
		The Kingdom of Bhutan lies in the eastern Himalayas, between Tibet to the north and the Indian territories of Assam and West Bengal to the south.
		Bhutan's earliest residents, the Sharchops reside predominantly in eastern Bhutan.
		Bhutan is the only country in the world to retain the Tantric form of Mahayana Buddhism (Drukpa Kagyu) as the official religion.
	www.trekking-in-nepal.com /bhutan/About.htm (1387 words)

	Insiders' Bhutan Travel
		Bhutan is the sole surviving custodian of a unique Himalayan Buddhist culture that has been a source of wonder and mystry to people all over the world for hundreds of years.
		Bhutan’s rich cultural traditions are found in the diversity that exists in different parts of the country.
		As Buddhist philosophers say, “Culture lies not only in objects or monuments but also in mind and in compassion towards all sentient beings.” As a system of norms and values, Bhutan’s culture is reflected in the Bhutanese people’s way of thinking and attitude towards the world and to life.
	www.insidersbhutan.com /Z/Guide/pwp/culture.html (550 words)

	Hima Adventure International: About Bhutan, Bhutan General INformation, Bhutan Map, History of Bhutan, Treks in Bhutan, ... (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-26)
		The Kingdom of Bhutan, or the Land of the Thunder Dragon, is in the eastern Himalaya.
		Bhutan is a kingdom in the heart of the great Himalaya, nestled between Tibet and India's Assam Plains.
		The Buddhist Kingdom of Bhutan lies along the lofty ridges of the eastern Himalayas, between longitude 88045' and 92010' east and latitude 26040' and 28015' north.
	www.himatreknepal.com /bhutan.htm (969 words)

	Asia Times Online - The best news coverage from South Asia
		While the king and his people have espoused the view for some time that Bhutan followed GNH and not GNP, the kingdom has yet to "operationalize" this concept, that is, actually build an indicator for measuring it.
		These questions are especially crucial for Bhutan, as the nation decides whether or not to climb onto the bottom rungs of the conventional development ladder, or continue to try to occupy its unique position in the development game by questioning such bland orthodoxy as GNP and GDP.
		Bhutan itself consumes only 23 percent of the power it produces, with that figure slated to fall as low as 2 percent if Bhutan exploits the full 12,000-30,000 megawatts of power projected to be available.
	www.atimes.com /atimes/South_Asia/FC27Df04.html (991 words)

	Bhutan - General Information
		Bhutan traditions and culture are to be retained and not dilute Bhutanese distinctiveness.
		Unfortunately, as Bhutan's culture and traditions are kept in tact, so are their farming practices which consists of hard, physical labor.
		Bhutan's climate is as diverse as it's land.
	www.asianinfo.org /asianinfo/bhutan/bhutan.htm (1423 words)

	Culture and history travel packages and vacations in Bhutan (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-26)
		Bhutan, the land of the peaceful thunder dragon, lies amidst the highest mountains on earth.
		Bhutan is a serene land in the heart of the Himalayas where the air and the environment are not polluted!
		Bhutan’s rich cultural heritage is visible in traditional woven garments, prayer flags, religious mask dances, folk dances, songs and reverence for the natural environment.
	www.infohub.com /travel_packages/culture_history_bhutan_75.html (649 words)

	Bhutan History & Bhutan Culture \| iExplore.com
		Bhutan was, however, an enthusiastic founder member of the South Asian Association for Regional Co-operation and hosted the inaugural meeting in 1985.
		Bhutan has no written constitution and is ruled by a monarchy.
		Bhutan is a member of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation, which seeks to improve economic and commercial links in the region.
	www.iexplore.com /dmap/Bhutan/History (812 words)

	Bhutan: environment, culture, and development
		Since there is virtually no scholarly work on contemporary Bhutan's economy, a broad overview of its development in the context of environmental and cultural setting has been attempted.
		The unique process of development change in Bhutan amid environmental and cultural preservation is discussed in the concluding chapter.
		Bhutan: Environment, Culture and Development Strategy provides an up to date, comprehensive and thoroughly researched analysis of the physical, cultural and economic factors shaping the future of the Bhutan Himalaya.
	www.uky.edu /AS/Geography/dept/bhutanenvironment.htm (171 words)

	Bhutan tourism company
		Bhutan is known to the outside world as the last shangrila, this remote and mystical country is one of the last unspoiled places on the planet.
		With a staggering 75 per cent forest coverage, Bhutan's eco-system ranges from sub-tropical to alpine forest and with a population of less than a million, largely agrarian, we live in small hamlets scattered along mountain slopes and riverine valleys.
		Bhutan is still one of the world's most exclusive destinations, owning some of the most spectacular landscapes and trekking routes on earth.
	www.drukpath.com (256 words)

	Bhutan culture tours snow white treks
		The culture has served as an effective bulwark in cushioning and balancing the negative impacts of rapid development and change and has provided a perspective that has shaped its own particular vision of development.
		The preservation of culture and religion is important in Bhutan, and it remains untouched by modern trends outside Bhutan.
		Efforts to foster the country's cultural heritage will also continue to ensure that it is not eroded in the process of development.
	www.snowwhitetours.com.bt /tours.htm (113 words)

	The Living Edens: Bhutan - People Culture and History
		Bhutan is comprised of a mosaic of different peoples who continue to live in valleys isolated from one another and the outside world by formidable mountain passes.
		Southern Bhutan is inhabited mainly by Nepalese farmers who arrived in the country at the end of the 19th century.
		Believed to be the earliest inhabitants of Bhutan, the Sharchops are of Indo-Mongolian type, though their exact origin is unknown (Tibet being the most likely source).
	www.pbs.org /edens/bhutan/Bhu_people.htm (277 words)

	Tour in bhutan, bhutan tour, geography, introduction of bhutan, religion and culture of bhutan, bhutan trekking , ... (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-26)
		Bhutan, Land locked Mountain Kingdom is bordered by Tibet, China, India, near Nepal and Bangladesh.
		Bhutan is a land of soaring snowcapped peaks, alpine meadows and densely
		Bhutan is the only country in the world to have adopted Mahayana Buddhism in its Tantric form as its official religion.
	www.himalreisen.com /bhutantour.php (1290 words)

	Adventure Associates \| Bhutan \| Introduction
		Steeped in legend and tradition, Bhutan is a country that never ceases to amaze.
		Bhutan's benevolent king has begun a policy of "Gross National Happiness" and when you visit Bhutan you will notice the tranquil attitude which is often missing in today's modern world.
		Cultural Values: Bhutan, first settled by Tibetans from the north, has not been colonised since the 5th century nor has it been dominated by Tibetan political influence since the 17th century.
	www.adventureassociates.com /bhutan (927 words)

	Bhutan - Tibetan Cultural Directory HOME
		Bhutan Guidebook and Maps: Explore the mountains and monasteries of these remote Himalayan kingdoms and discover the rich Tibetan culture in Bhutan & Sikkim.
		Bhutan Trekking with Footprint Adventures: Our treks to Bhutan are available during March/April and September/October and will run for a minimum of two persons during that time.
		Kingdom of Bhutan: is the first, largest and most complete source for cultural and travel information for the Kingdom of Bhutan.
	www.kotan.org /tibet/directory/bhutan.html (2425 words)

	Culture of Bhutan - Education - Information - Educational Resources - Encyclopedia - Music
		Cradled in the folds of the Himalayas, Bhutan has relied on its geographic isolation to protect itself from outside cultural influences.
		A sparsely populated country bordered by India to the south and China to the north, Bhutan has long maintained a policy of strict isolationism, both culturally and economically, with the goal of preserving its cultural heritage and independence.
		The dress code has met with some resistance from the ethnic Nepalese citizens living along the Indian border who resent having to wear a cultural dress which is not their own.
	www.music.us /education/C/Culture-of-Bhutan.htm (1591 words)

	Bhutan information on culture tours, trekking and getting visas (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-26)
		In the south, the Duars (the gates or doors; the traditional 18 points of access into Bhutan from the Indian plain.) drop sharply away from the Himalayas into the large tracts of semi-tropical forest, savannah grassland and bamboo jungles.
		Bhutan, often referred to as the Land of Thunder Dragon, is a land where the chief state religion is Mahayana Buddhism, meaning greater wheel.
		Bhutan is locally known as Drukyul - the Land of Thunder Dragon.
	www.visitnepal.com /bhutan (514 words)

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		Blessed with unparalleled scenic beauty of majestic snow capped peaks, lush valleys and large tracts of virgin forest, Bhutan is home to numerous rare and endangered species of wildlife such as the blue sheep, musk deer, red panda, snow leopard, fl bear, golden langur and the unique Takin, the national animal of Bhutan.
		Bhutan has been identified as one of the 10 bio-diversity hot spots in the world and as one of the 221 global endemic bird areas.
		Bhutan's eco-system has some of the most exotic species of the Eastern Himalayas with an estimated 770 species of birds and over 50 species of rhododendron, along with an amazing variety of medicinal plants and orchids.
	www.lhayul.com (959 words)

	Alpine Adventure Club :: Bhutan tour and treks information :: Nepal to bhutan tour :: bhutan Himalayas trekking, tour ...
		Bhutan lies in the eastern Himalayas, between Tibet to the north, the Indian territories of Assam and West Bengal to the south and east, and Sikkim to the west.
		Bhutan is a tiny country having a total land area of about 47,00 square KM.
		Bhutan, often referred to, as the Land of Thunder Dragon, is a land where the chief state religion is Mahayana Buddhism, i.e.
	www.nepal-guide.com /bhutan.htm (542 words)

	Bhutan: UNESCO Culture Sector
		Conscious of the value and fragility of this outstanding natural environment, the Royal Government of Bhutan has adopted a policy of low-volume, high-value tourism.
		This policy has been particularly successful in protecting the country’s spectacular cultural and natural heritage while promoting community participation in ecotourism development and equal benefit-sharing among stakeholders.
		Phobjikha has a population of 5,000 people, mostly farmers living in the Valley’s 37 villages, and is a prime site for the development of culturally and environmentally responsible cultural and ecotourism.
	portal.unesco.org /culture/en/ev.php-URL_ID=8641&URL_DO=DO_TOPIC&URL_SECTION=201.html (287 words)

	BBC NEWS \| Programmes \| This World \| Bhutan gives TV cautious embrace
		At the other end of town, at the Bhutan Broadcasting Service, I meet journalists I first encountered five years ago right at the start of the TV avalanche.
		But he adds: "I'm not saying culture outside Bhutan is bad but the best way is for us to pick the best of what is outside and try to still grow as a society as well."
		Bhutan has a lot to teach the outside world - the delights of stone baths for a start.
	news.bbc.co.uk /2/hi/programmes/this_world/3819769.stm (957 words)

	Bhutan Tours, Bhutan Tour, Tours Bhutan, Bhutan Culture Tours, Bhutan Trekking, Trek to Bhutan, Treks Bhutan (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-26)
		Bhutan is a unique blend of the old and new.
		The Kingdom of Bhutan of Druk Yul (the land of the Thunder Dragon) is a country nestled in the Eastern Himalayas.
		Bhutan with its unique culture and the intriguing festivals offer breathtaking moments that will linger forever in a visitor's lifetime.
	www.nepalholiday.com /bhutan/bhutan.html (451 words)

	BBC NEWS \| World \| South Asia \| Country profiles \| Country profile: Bhutan
		The kingdom of Bhutan is a tiny, remote and impoverished country nestling in the Himalayas between its powerful neighbours, India and China.
		But by the 1990s, attempts to stress the majority Buddhist culture and the lack of any political representation had led to deep resentment among the ethnic Nepali community in the south.
		Television was introduced only in 1999, because for years Bhutan had a deliberate policy of isolation, fearing that outside influences would undermine its absolute monarchy, freedom and culture.
	news.bbc.co.uk /1/hi/world/south_asia/country_profiles/1166513.stm (561 words)

	:: Welcome to BHUTAN - Land of the Thunder Dragon :: (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-26)
		The Buddhist festivals or Tsechus are one of the prime examples of the living culture of Bhutan that many have come to admire and to treasure.
		Each valley in Bhutan retains its own architectural character in terms of the type of building material used, ranging from mud to stone, and the special ambience of its most famous monasteries and Dzongs.
		Bhutan has 770 species of birds (15 globally threatened), 165 mammals (among them 24 internationally protected wild animal species) and 5500 species of vascular plants (among them 152 medical plants).
	www.designindia.com /dotbhutan (453 words)

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