Facts About Bhutan

Country Area: 38,394 Sq. km

Population: 6, 72,425 (as per 2005 population census)

Head of the State: King ……………..Coronation of the 5^th King was on 7^th November 2008

Head of the Government: Prime Minister……First democratic govt. elected in March 2008

Religion: Buddhist (80%) and Hindu (20%)

Language: Dzongkha (official language), Nepali, Tibetan with over 18 local dialects

Time Zone: +6 Hours GMT Forest Area: 72.5%

Cultivated Area: 7.8%

Protected Area: 26%

Electricity: 230V 50cycle AC

National Tree: Cypress (Cupressus corneyana)

National Animal: Takin (Budorcas taxicolor)

National Bird: Raven (Corvus corax tibetanus)

National Flower: Blue Poppy (Meconopsis grandis)

National Sport: Archery

Electricity: 230V 50Hz

Currency: Ngultrum (Nu.) is at par with Indian rupee

Country Code: 975

Acceptable Foreign Currencies: US$, Pounds, Euro, Australian$, Singaporean$, Canadian$, Swiss Franc, Japanese Yen and Indian Rupee.

Dress Code for Tourists: Tourists can wear decent casuals and revealing clothes are discouraged at all times. While visiting temples you will not be permitted to wear Hat, Sun Glasses, Scarf, Shorts, and Quarter Pants etc.

Photography: It is restricted to take pictures inside the temples and the dzongs. However, it is ok within the courtyard. Always ask permission if you want to take picture of the people.

Telecommunications: Bhutan is well connected and every town has IDD services. Internet cafes are available almost everywhere. Cell phones can also be used but you need to get Bhutan prepaid SIM Card and recharge it. Recharge vouchers are available at every second shop in town.

Facts About Bhutan

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