41. Access International Domains General website on bhutan culture, travel, and society;http//news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/country_profile/54627.stm BBC Country Profile Bhutan http://webdb.iu.edu/internationalprograms/scripts/accessinfo.cfm?categoryid=23&C

42. Bhutan Festival Date Bhutan Culture Sl. no, Festival 2005, Place, Date. 1, Punakha Dromchoe, Punakha, Feb 1317. 2,Chorten Kora, Trashiyangtse, Feb 23 Mar 10 http://www.snowwhitetours.com.bt/festivaldate.htm

43. Bhutan Climbing Guides, Bhutan Travel Agents Thimphu Hotels Maps Cost and Payments Bhutan Travel Info - bhutan culture - Getting to Bhutan to Bhutan - Places of Interest - General Information - Cultural Tours http://www.budgettravel.com/bhutan-guides.htm

Countries Messages Site Map Activities ... Data Base!! Travel Information for Everyone Bhutan Travel Agents Tour Operators - Climbing Guides Thimphu - Paro - Tongsa - Gasa Dzong - Jumolhari Tibet - Phuntsholing - Tashigang - Samdrup Everything you want to know about people to contact for traveling to/from/within Bhutan and much more - If you know of a good travel agent or tour operator in this country or you are a good travel agent contact this web site and we'll gladly add it to this web page - Kingdom of Bhutan is located in south Asia - It is east of India and west of China and sits in the eastern Himalayas - The country limits the number of visitors and only entry is allowed on a tour - The government does not was to spoil the hunderds of years of history, traditions, culture, language and its people - The country is mostly farmers sparsely populated throughout the country living as they did hundreds of years ago - Thimphu is the Capital - Paro is the next biggest city - Mt. Jumolhari is a must to see - Druk Air is the national airline - To visit this country is a great opportunity which you will thoroughly enjoy the experience - :-) - Travel Vacations/Packages Travel Insurance Air Fares Volunteer Travel ... Phone Calling Cards Related Travel Information Specifically to Bhutan: Travel Vacations/Package s Bhutan Travel Information Hiking ... Cycling Bhutan Related Destinations: Nepal India Thailand/Bangkok Singapore ... South Asia (afghanistan, bangladesh, bhutan, india, iran, maldives, nepal, pakistan, sri lanka, tibet)

44. Bhutan Food Recipes And Culture Information Contains information on the country, culture, cooking methods, ingredients and recipes for Bhutanese desserts, sauces and main dishes. http://asiarecipe.com/bhutan.html

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45. Bhutan Travel Information | Lonely Planet Destination Guide Includes maps, information about environment, history, culture, attractions and practical information for visitors. http://www.lonelyplanet.com/dest/ind/bhu.htm

@import "/worldguide/css/dmStyle.css"; @import "/worldguide/css/dmStyle_structure.css"; @import "/worldguide/css/dmStyle_theme.css"; worldguide shop thorn tree forum travel services ... travel links Explore Bhutan Bhutan The land of the thunder dragon has shunned the rush towards modernity. View Map Click here Feature Attraction Dechenphu Lhakhang To reach Dechenphu Lhakhang involves a short climb up a stone staircase to an elevation of about... more > WORLDGUIDE Introduction See Image Gallery Transport Money Essential Info RELATED Thorn Tree Forum Postcards Travel Links At a Glance Fast Facts Bhutan, nestling in the heart of the great Himalaya, has for centuries remained aloof from the rest of the world. Since its doors were cautiously opened in 1974, visitors have been mesmerised: the environment is pristine, the scenery and architecture awesome and the people hospitable and charming. Security Issues in Assam Travel across the Assam/Bhutan border is discouraged due to security problems posed by Indian separatist groups such as the United Liberation Front of Assam (ULFA) who are seeking their own independent homeland. This border can be closed to foreign travellers depending on the current security situation. Travel Services Flights Hostels Hotels ... Travel Insurance lonely planet 2005 about us privacy contact us worldguide ... travel links

46. Bhutan, The Last Shangri-La Features animal archive, overview of culture and history, and teachers' resources. Companion site to the PBS program. http://www.pbs.org/edens/bhutan/

Filming Shangri-La Land of the Thunder Dragon Animal Archive People, Culture, History Filming Shangri-La Land of the Thunder Dragon Animal Archive People, Culture, History ... Bhutan Credits

47. RAOnline Bhutan: Bhutan's Culture >> Archery, Ceremonies, Dresses, Dzongs, Festi bhutan bhutan s culture Archery, Ceremonies, Dresses, Dzongs, Festivals,Languages, Music, Monasteries, Museums. http://www.raonline.ch/pages/bt/visin/bt_cult01.html

You are here: RAO Home Travel Bhutan Overview ... Topics > Bhutan's Culture Bhutan's Culture Culture Archery Dzongs in Bhutan Druk Wangyal Khangzang Chhortens Bhutanese Ceremonies Bhutanese Music Dzongkha- National Language Folk Heritage Museum Thimphu Religion Culture Religious Festivals Tshechus ... Taktshang Monastery Textile Museum Thimphu Traditional dresses Trashiyangtse: Dappa industry More Culture BHUTAN Culture Suche in RAOnline Mypage Suche in RAOnline.ch Suche in dieser Site oder im Web powered by FreeFind Site Suche Web Search Suche in dieser Site oder im Web powered by FreeFind Site Suche Web Search

48. RAOnline Bhutan: Bhutan's Culture - Ceremonies >> Neten Chudrug Thongdroel bhutan s culture Ceremonies Neten Chudrug Thongdroel at Tashichhodzong. http://www.raonline.ch/pages/bt/visin/bt_ceremony01a.html

You are here: Home Travel Bhutan Overview > ... Ceremonies > Thongdroel Bhutan's Culture Neten Chudrug Thongdroel Bhutan's Culture Special prayers on Lord Buddha's parinirvana Special prayers on Lord Buddha's parinirvana His Majesty the King, Their Majesties the Queens, the council of ministers, and senior government officials took part in a sacred ceremony and offered prayers to the Neten Chudrug (16 Arahats) Thongdroel , which was unfurled in Tashichhodzong to celebrate Lord Buddha's Maha-parinirvana Led by His Holiness the Je Khenpo, lopons and monks of the central monk body conducted a special religious ceremony of Thubwang Neten Chudrug Choga, dedicated to Lord Buddha and his 16 followers, Arahats. The Neten Chudrug Thongdroel was unfurled in Tashichhodzong The 16 arhats (those who had extinguished all defilements) originated from India during the time of Buddha Shakyamuni . It is believed that the Buddha entrusted his teachings to the 16 great arhats when he was about to pass away. The Buddha instructed them to remain in this world, dwell in different lands, and disseminate his teachings to benefit all sentient beings. This special religious ceremony was initiated by His Holiness the Je Khenpo in 2001 with the financial support from the Menjong Choethuen Tshogpa The Duechhen Ngazom or Lord Buddha's Maha-parinirvana), is considered as auspicious by all buddhists because on the 15th day of

49. Bhutan Broadcasting Service National TV and radio broadcast agency. Contains text and multimedia news. Also features information on geography, people, culture, maps and government. http://www.bbs.com.bt/

50. Bhutan Travel Conducts regular and special trips and treks to explore the country's culture and environment. http://www.insidersbhutan.com

51. Tibetan Cultural Directory HOME 21 categories, 600+ listings covering Arts, Astrology, Tibetan Buddhism, culture, Email, Nepal, bhutan, N.India, Travel, Tibet. http://www.kotan.org/tibet/directory/index.html

Tibet (TAR) China India Nepal Bhutan Currency Converter Tibetan Cultural Region Directory Books Art Gallery Asian People's Directory Kotan Publishing Contact us Home Tibetan Cultural Region Directory (Last Update: October 19, 2003) ASTROLOGY BHUTAN COMMERCIAL CULTURE ... E-MAIL DIRECTORY "Tibetan Cultural Region Directory - comprehensive directory of Tibet-related web sites " ASIA OBSERVER - April 10, 2002

52. Traveling To Bhutan: Jachung Travel culture. 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 http://www.jachungtravel.com/culture.html

Traveling to Bhutan HOME ABOUT US PLAN YOUR TRIP ITINERARIES ... CONTACT US Culture 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. The population of Bhutan is roughly 700,000. Though there are several large towns in Bhutan, such as the capital, Thimphu, most of the people are farmers and live in small rural villages. Many of the villages are isolated and can be reached only on foot. As the younger generation becomes more educated, however, many of them are leaving the villages and migrating to the larger towns to find office jobs. The official language in Bhutan is Dzongkha, though many regions have retained their own dialects due to their isolation. 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. There are temples in most villages and religious structures along the roads and trails, and you will see prayer flags in abundance on the hills and high passes. Many Bhutanese homes have a special area containing a small shrine.

53. Bhutan Travel Guide Features extensive information on history, travel, sights, accommodation and culture. http://www.world66.com/page.asp?Loc=24

54. Bhutan - Atlapedia Online Overview of geography, history, culture, languages, climate and economy. http://www.atlapedia.com/online/countries/bhutan.htm

OFFICIAL NAME: Kingdom of Bhutan CAPITAL: Thimphu SYSTEM OF GOVERNMENT: Constitutional Monarchy AREA: 46,620 Sq Km (18,000 Sq Mi) ESTIMATED 2000 POPULATION Bhutan is a landlocked country located in the East Himalayan Mountains of Central Asia. It is bound by the Tibetan region of China to the north as well as India to the south, east and west. The country is almost entirely mountainous except for the southern Duars Plain that extends to India from the foothills of the Himalayas. The country is nearly divided equally into two by the Black Mountain Range with the land running down through the densely forested ridges and fertile, densely populated valleys to the low foothills that meet the Duars Plain. Permanent snowfields and glaciers are found high in the Himalayas. Major Cities (pop. est.); Thimphu 30,000, Phuntsholing 10,000 (1993). Land Use; forested 66%, pastures 6%, agricultural-cultivated 3%, other 25% (1993). CLIMATE: The densely populated valleys of Bhutan have a temperate climate, while the country as a whole has three climatic zones. (1.) The Duars Plain has a subtropical climate characterized by high humidity and heavy rainfall. (2.) The central belt of flat valleys is characterized by cool winters and hot summers with moderate rainfall while (3.) the high valleys have cold winters and cool summers. Average annual precipitation varies from 1,020 to 1,520 mm (40 to 60 inches) and over 5,000 metres (16,400 feet) the land is permanently covered with snow and glaciers. Average temperature ranges in Thimphu are from 4 degrees Celsius (39 degrees Fahrenheit) in January to 17 degrees Celsius (63 degrees Fahrenheit) in July.

55. Cultural Center Of Bhutan, Thimpu, Bhutan: Protecting Bhutan’s Vanishing C bhutan is the last remaining Himalayan kingdom. The Cultural Center of bhutanwill help preserve bhutan’s precious culture before it is lost to the world http://www.amicusfoundation.org/amicus-2/bhutan-cultural-center/bhutan-cultural-

Home Projects Who We Are Giving ... Contact Us Bhutan Projects The Bhutan Women's Project School for Orphans Bhutan Cultural Center ... and Sanctuary Thailand Projects Thailand Tsunami Relief School in Isan Intergenerational Village Families in Need General Funds Amicus General Fund Imagine the last redwood forest, the last ocean whale. Imagine the last "Shangri-La". Ne stled in the mighty Himalayas, Yet the 21st century is seeping into Bhutan With the recent introduction of television The Cultural Center of Bhutan to be built in Thimpu Bhutan, is a highly focused endeavor that will help to preserve Bhutan's precious qualities before they are lost to the world forever. Construct a Center Build a library Preserve Sacred Texts Archive Recordings Build a museum Build multimedia center Bhutan Cultural Center Updates and Photos from the Field Budget Summary Goal: $402,000

56. The Living Culture Of Bhutan | Bhutan Cultural Tour | Bhutan Hiking Many countries proclaim the uniqueness of their traditions, which often areartificially preserved for tourists only. But in bhutan, tradition is real The http://www.infohub.com/TRAVEL/SIT/sit_pages/11982.html

You are here: Home Asia Bhutan Trip Listing Service ... Home Categories Active Adventure Affinity Family Hobby ... Sports Destination Africa Asia Australia Caribbean ... South America Popular Activities Bicycle Language Schools Naturist Railway Trips ... Maps Weekend Getaways Backroad CityEscape Unique Stays Castle Hotel Eco Lodge Outdoors Fishing Lodge Guest Ranch Hunting Lodge Resorts Diving Golf Naturist Spa Are you interested? Want to learn more about this tour, order travel brochures, pose questions to the tour operator or book this tour? Click for details. The Living Culture of Bhutan This tour is offered by: ( Insiders' Bhutan Travel Click here for info Many countries proclaim the uniqueness of their traditions, which often are artificially preserved for tourists only. But in Bhutan, tradition is real: The visitors can see it, feel it. In a world where a thick cloak of globalization has all but smothered distinctive heritages, this self-reliant kingdom proudly stands alone. Arts, ceremonies and festivals in Bhutan are not remnants of a bygone age. Arts and crafts are practised and, ceremonies and festivals are performed because they continue to have a religious and spiritual significance. As such, they are the manifestations of a living culture. Our Bhutanese guide with in-depth knowledge of local culture will help you to experience and understand the authentic Bhutanese way of life. Drive from one valley town to another visiting temples, monasteries, dzongs, isolated villages, and the people. This trip is a wonderful immersion into Bhutanese culture, where daily life is itself a form of art.

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58. Bhutan's CULTURE, ARTS & CRAFTS culture, ARTS CRAFTS. Until the closing of the border with Tibet in 1959, bhutan also has a wealth of handcrafted artwork including sculpture, http://www.bhutantashitours.com/htm/ttt_culture_art.htm

Back to Home Feedback Enquiry Contact Us Until the closing of the border with Tibet in 1959, the High Himalayas provided easy access in several places with certain passes open even in winter. There were numerous cultural and economical exchanges between the two countries going all the way back to the seventh century. On the whole the Bhutanese are known to have religiously guarded their culture from outside influence. During festival times, dancers in brilliant silk costumes re-enact legendary events accompanied by blaring horns, booming drums and clashing cymbals as they perform to large audiences. Certain dances require the participants to wear heavy masks. Amongst the dancers the atsaras or clowns with their expressive masks and postures provide a welcome counterpoint to the formalised religious dances. They confront the monks and within prescribed limits mock them. In a country where sacred matters are treated with the highest respect only the atsaras are allowed to make fun of religion. Art and painting are the important aspects of Bhutanese culture and they depict the spiritual depth of Bhutanese life. Painters use vegetable dyes to give their work the subtle beauty and warmth. The work itself is done on statues, murals or the renowned thangkas. A Bhutanese does not view a painting or a sculpture as a work of art but as a religious work. The rules of iconography are firmly established and must be scrupulously respected. Each deity has a colour and special attributes that cannot be changed without altering the meaning and religious function. The thangkas are not hung permanently in the temples but are kept rolled up in boxes and only displayed during important ceremonies.

59. Bhutan Web Links Political Resources on the Net bhutan http//www.politicalresources.net/bhutan.htm.Geography / culture Sites. bhutan s Cultural Trust Fund http://www.aems.uiuc.edu/HTML/AsianResources/Bhutan/Bhutanweb.htm

Bhutan Web Links (Updated 5/13/05) Report Broken Link Lesson Plans Geography Maps ... Home Official Web Portal Government of Bhutan http://www.bhutan.gov.bt/ Lesson Plans Bhutan Webquest Worksheet: http://www.geocities.com/ozquest/bhutan.htm Education World: Bhutan http://db.educationworld.com/perl/browse?cat_id=3700 PBS: Teaching Bhutan http://www.pbs.org/edens/bhutan/Bhu_teach.htm Political Resources on the Net: Bhutan http://www.politicalresources.net/bhutan.htm Geography / Culture Sites Bhutan's Cultural Trust Fund http://www.ctf.gov.bt/ Bhutan's Food Culture and Recipes http://asiarecipe.com/bhuculture.html MapZones: Culture of Bhutan http://www.mapzones.com/world/asia/bhutan/cultureindex.php Medical Interpreter Services: Bits of Culture - Bhutan http://www.mgh.harvard.edu/interpreters/b_bhu.asp Political Resources on the Net: Bhutan http://www.politicalresources.net/bhutan.htm

60. ::High Asia Exploratory Mountain Travel Co - Bhutan - Cultural Excursions - Budd immerse participants in bhutan s rich secular and nonsecular culture.Like Tibet, no discussion of bhutan is complete without a focus on Buddhism s http://www.highasia.com/bhutan-cultural-innerbhutan.html

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