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Bhutan
Thimphu · Asia
Overview
The Kingdom of Bhutan (Dzongkha: འབྲུག་ཡུལ་, Druk Yul) is a small country in the Himalayas between Tibet and India. Besides the stunning natural scenery, the enduring image of the country for most visitors is the strong sense of culture and tradition that binds the kingdom and clearly distinguishes it from its larger neighbours. Bhutan is a bastion of Vajrayana Buddhism, and the profound teachings of this tradition remain well preserved and exert a strong influence in all aspects of life.
Country facts
Flag
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Capital
Thimphu
Region
Asia
Subregion
Southern Asia
Area
38,394 km²
Landlocked
Yes
Independent
Yes
UN member
Yes
ISO code
BT · BTN
Official name
Kingdom of Bhutan
Coordinates
27.50, 90.50
External sources
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