Environment

Bhutan is one of the world’s last remaining bio-diversity hotspots. The geographical make-up, the location and the presence of all the four seasons makes it unique in its bio-diversity. Bhutan pristine environment is made up of high rugged mountains and deep valleys, rich green forests, housing ecosystems that are both rich and diverse. One of developing paradigms of Bhutan is to conserve it’s the rich environment and rich biodiversity. The importance is very much evident considering the facts that 72% of the total land area of Bhutan is under forest cover and approximately 60% of the land area falls under protected areas comprising of 10 national parks and sanctuaries, and most of all the fact that Bhutan is committed to maintaining 60% forest coverage for all times to come.

Upcoming Events

Thimphu Tsechu

One of the biggest festivals in the country is the Thimphu Tshechu. This festival is held in the capital city for three days beginning on 10th day of the 8th month of lunar calendar. This Tshechu is witnessed by thousands of people many of which travel from neighboring Dzongkhags (districts) to attend the festivities. The actual Tshechu is preceded by days and nights of prayer and rituals to invoke the gods.

Punakha Tsechu and Durpchen

Punakha is located in the western part of Bhutan is the winter home of the Je Khenpo, the Chief Abbot of Bhutan. Punakha has been of critical importance since the time of Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyel in 17th century.

Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal is known as the unifier of Bhutan as a nation state and he was the one who gave Bhutan and its people the distinct cultural identity that identified Bhutan from the rest of the world.