Asian countries interested in its unique culture and amazing traditions.For tourists are especially attractive hot climate, combined with beautiful nature.One of these countries - the Kingdom of Bhutan - is famous for unique customs and traditions that modern people seem marvelous.
Meeting closed kingdom
Bhutan recently become available for tourists.For a long time the territory of the state, which is located on the slopes of the Himalayas, was completely isolated from the outside world.This was the reason that the people of Bhutan managed to carry through the centuries and retain their original traditions and unique culture.
a population of about 700 thousand people.Of these, 80% of rural residents.
Bhutan on the world map takes place between the two most densely populated countries: China and India.Its territory is divided into three districts, which vary according to terrain.Ridge RINACO separates Bhutan to the East and the West.It is not only geographical, but also ethnic and cultural boundary.
climate is quite diverse, as well as vegetation.This is not due to the breadth of the territorial country, and landscape features the location of one or another of its territory.
Literally country name translates as "the outskirts of Tibet."Travelers Bhutan surprised picturesque views and outlandish, one might even say, a primitive social organization.Most interest is visiting the country at the adherents of Buddhism.Here, far from the mundane noise, they can find true peace.
Bhutanese - natured and hospitable people, they are always welcome, but at the same time do not take someone else's culture, and religiously guard their history and traditions.
value of religion
Bhutan honors their religion.She was given a special place in the life of the state and the people.The main religion here - Tibetan Buddhism.Even now, when the country began to open to tourists, none of them, under any circumstances can not get into the dzong.These fortified monasteries - the basis of the preservation of Buddhist spiritual values and a permanent place for ritual ceremonies.
In Bhutan, there are conservatives.People who adhere to religions that existed in these areas before the arrival of Buddhism.This religion called Bon.It is based on the cult of nature.
Not quite the usual capital
capital of Bhutan - Thimphu - for us, the modern urban citizens, will remind the big village.There are no tall buildings of gray concrete and plate glass, no traffic lights, no cars filled highways.
The town lies at an altitude of 2400 meters above sea level in the valley of Thimphu-Chu.Its population is less than 90 thousand. Man.This is perhaps the most unusual capital of the country.The town is very atmospheric and has its own unique flavor.Thimphu architecture is based on ancient traditions.Everywhere one can see the bright facades of buildings and billowing into the sky sharp spiers roofs.
symbol of the capital is Trashi-Cho Dzong, which means "fortress blessed religion."Earlier dzong played the role of defensive structures, and now it is the palace of the High Lama.
government and laws
legislative functions of the State carries the King and the National Assembly, which consists of 150 people.105 of them are chosen in state elections, 10 are appointed by Buddhist monks, and another 35 - is the choice of the king.Until 1969 the monarch could veto any decision is absolutely the National Assembly.But there was a change of laws, and now commander in chief can he be deposed from the throne if the MPs reveal him distrust.
executive functions of the Council of Ministers has also led the king.Ministers are elected from a list of candidates proposed by Members of Parliament, by secret ballot.
is the official language, or Bhote Yona-ke.
Interestingly, the country of Bhutan does not have its own constitution.The main act of the entitlement state - a Royal Decree on the organization of the National Assembly, adopted back in 1953.
legal norms in Bhutan are based on religious law.Marriage, divorce, adoption, decide, based on Buddhist or Hindu religious right.
Legislation Bhutan many chances to protect its culture and traditions.For example, not allowed to erect buildings and structures that differ from the local architectural course.Even new homes are built based on existing forms and ancient buildings.
Flag of the Kingdom of Bhutan
Bhutan - a country where the official flag consists of two triangles, a yellow top and orange below.At the center of their background depicts a white dragon, called Druk.This type of flag was approved in 1972.It existed before the state flag of different except that the position of the dragon depicted on it.
Flag of Bhutan - is, above all, a symbol, every detail of which has its own significance.Yellow color - symbol of the king, and orange indicates affiliation to the country's Buddhist faith.Dragon holds in paws gems - the designation of prosperity, and he is the main symbol of the country.The flag depicts a dragon roaring with an ulterior motive.Its roar is like thunder, and is intended to protect the state and the people.
national coat of arms
Bhutan - a kingdom of the dragon, and the familiar white dragon is present on the coat of arms of the State.There are even two of the dragons.The coat of arms has a circular shape at its center is a lotus flower - a symbol of purity and innocence.His frame gems - a designation of supreme power.Religious symbol of the coat of arms is a Vajra, it expresses the power of the spirit and faith.
As you can see, and the flag and coat of arms of the country once again emphasizes the tremendous influence that religion has on the Kingdom of Bhutan and its people.
Interesting facts
- There is also a chemical element called butane, but it's just a coincidence.States in Asia is not for him any relation.
- In many homes in Bhutan, you can see a picture of phalluses.An ancient belief says that they ward off evil spirits and bring good luck.
- since 2004 are completely banned the sale and consumption of tobacco products.
- Kingdom of Bhutan did not have their own mail until 1962.
- Buddhist monks are beginning to prepare for their spiritual duties with six more years.
- Until 1999, in the State there was a ban on television and the Internet.
- Bhutan ruled most young king Jigme Kesar Namguel Wangchuck was born in 1980.He became ruler after the abdication of his father from the throne in 2006 and was crowned in 2008. The monarch married a normal student.
- «Country of Happiness" - so it is also called the state."Gross National Happiness" - here is the main commensurator economic development.It introduced the concept of the 4th King of Bhutan in 1972.On hearing the name, many tourists want to visit as soon as a country in Asia, and to take "a piece of happiness" as a souvenir.
