His Majesty Shares Moving Reflections in Chulalongkorn Address
King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck shares personal memories,...
Bhutan Marks Its 118th National Day at Historic Wangduechholing Palace
Bhutan’s 118th National Day was celebrated at historic...
Bhutan Turns Up the Volume with Asia Rock Fest 2025
Following Ed Sheeran’s debut concert in January 2025, which...
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His Majesty Shares Moving Reflections in Chulalongkorn Address
King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck shares personal memories, reflections on Thai culture, Buddhist compassion and royal service during an...
Bhutan Marks Its 118th National Day at Historic Wangduechholing Palace
Bhutan’s 118th National Day was celebrated at historic Wangduechholing Palace in Bumthang, marking the 70th Birth Anniversary of His Majesty...
Bhutan Turns Up the Volume with Asia Rock Fest 2025
Following Ed Sheeran’s debut concert in January 2025, which signalled a turning point for Bhutan’s live music landscape, the country is set...
Bhutan Launches TER, a Sovereign Gold-Backed Digital Token Through Gelephu Mindfulness City
Bhutan launches TER, a sovereign-backed, physical gold-backed digital token issued through Gelephu Mindfulness City, extending the Kingdom’s...
Features
Passion and Purpose: A Journey of Service, Stories, and Soul
A former hotel professional turned Bhutan tour guide shares his heartfelt journey of finding purpose, transforming hospitality into...
Passion and Purpose: From Traditional Rituals to Wellness Doctor at Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary
From humble beginnings in Eastern Bhutan to guiding guests at a five-star wellness sanctuary, Dr. Kelzang Dorji shares how compassion,...
Breaking Barriers: Draktsho Students Showcase Their Art in Thimphu
Students from Draktsho East in Kanglung, Trashigang, are showcasing their artwork in Thimphu as part of Ani Pema Deki’s “A Woman with...
Desuups- The Guardians of Peace
Desuups program first started in 2011 under the patronage of His Majesty the 5th King of Bhutan. So far 4,457 Bhutanese have trained as...
Business
Bhutan’s Clean Energy Boom and Future Power Outlook
Bhutan is entering a new era of clean energy with major commitments from Adani, Reliance, and Tata to develop large-scale hydro and solar...
Lee Kum Kee Expands Global Culinary Initiative to Bhutan
Lee Kum Kee launches its Global Culinary Immersion Programme in Bhutan, empowering Bhutanese youth through hands-on culinary exchange,...
High Altitude, Higher Ambitions: Bhutan Enters the Wine World
Bhutan has officially stepped onto the global wine stage with the debut of The Himalayan, a record-breaking 7.57-litre bottle auctioned by...
Most Popular Bars in Thimphu
Discover Thimphu’s vibrant nightlife, where traditional Bhutanese drinks meet modern cocktails in the city’s top bars and lounges. Unwind...
Sports
From Physical 100 to Bhutan: When Amotti and Sung Hoon Met His Majesty
Amotti shares a warm, funny and deeply human moment from his visit to Bhutan with Choo Sung Hoon (Yoshihiro Akiyama).
Pema Norbu Makes History as Bhutan’s First ITF Masters Champion
Bhutanese tennis player Pema Norbu has made national history by winning the Men’s Singles Over-35 title at the ITF World Masters Tennis Tour...
NBA Stars Visit Bhutan: A Historic Slam Dunk for Local Basketball
For the first time in history, four NBA players have visited Bhutan, igniting nationwide excitement and inspiring a new generation of...
Zimbiri Makes History as First Bhutanese Woman Elected to SAFF Executive Committee
Zimbiri has made history as the first Bhutanese woman elected to the South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) Executive Committee, a landmark...
Tourism
Smiles Turn Strangers into Stories
A reflective exploration of travel photography beyond gear and technique, focusing on human connection, smiles, and mindful encounters,...
Inside The Happiness Farm: Paro’s First Farm-to-Table Eco Retreat
Discover The Happiness Farm in Paro, a serene hilltop eco-farm offering farm-to-table dining, tree ownership, wellness experiences, and...
Zanta Spa: The Hidden Sanctuary Just Five Minutes from Tiger’s Nest
Relax just five minutes from Tiger’s Nest at Zanta Spa, a peaceful Paro retreat perfect for non-hikers, those waiting for loved ones, or...
Three Bhutanese Hotels Honoured with MICHELIN Keys 2025
Bhutan shines on the global stage as three of its luxury hotels—Gangtey Lodge, Amankora Bhutan, and Six Senses Bhutan—earn coveted MICHELIN...
Lifestyle
Bhutan Celebrates World Music Day with a Soulful Gathering in Thimphu
Bhutan marked World Music Day with a vibrant concert in Thimphu, featuring over 90 artists despite the rain. Discover how music is shaping...
What's in a Name? Discover Bhutan's Unique Naming Tradition
In Bhutan, names are traditionally given by monks and not tied to family lineage. Visitors can experience a traditional naming ceremony at...
Bhutanese Astrology: Ancient Wisdom at Pangri Zampa Monastery
Astrology in Bhutan is not just a cultural curiosity—it’s a living, breathing part of everyday life. At the heart of this tradition lies...
Most Popular Restaurants in Thimphu
Most visitors to Bhutan are aware of our serene hiking trails, religious sites and colorful festivals.
GMC
Gelephu International Airport Welcomes Its First International Flight
Bhutan celebrates the inaugural Gelephu–Kolkata flight as Gelephu International Airport begins international operations, strengthening...
His Majesty Meets Pelsung Cohorts and GMC Teams During Visit to Gelephu
His Majesty The King visited Gelephu on 3–4 December, meeting the first and second Pelsung cohorts and reviewing progress on key Gelephu...
Gelephu International Airport Wins WAF’s Highest Future Project Honour
Gelephu International Airport, designed by BIG, has won the Future Project of the Year at the World Architecture Festival 2025, celebrated...
Groundbreaking Ceremonies of Two Spiritual Projects in Gelephu Mindfulness City
The Kangyur Labyrinth and Kesang Do Ngag Shedrupling held their groundbreaking ceremonies in Gelephu, marking major milestones in the...
Podcasts
His Majesty Shares Moving Reflections in Chulalongkorn Address
King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck shares personal memories,...
Smiles Turn Strangers into Stories
A reflective exploration of travel photography beyond gear and...
Bhutan Turns Up the Volume with Asia Rock Fest 2025
Following Ed Sheeran’s debut concert in January 2025, which...
Inside The Happiness Farm: Paro’s First Farm-to-Table Eco Retreat
Discover The Happiness Farm in Paro, a serene hilltop eco-farm...
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