- Area: 38,394 sq km
- Population: 877,000
- Capital: Thimphu
Bhutan Map and Bordering Countries
Bhutan is a landlocked country in Southern Asia sandwiched between China and India.
Bhutan covers 38,394 sq km and is home to a population of some 877,000 with Thimphu as its capital.
In the late 1970s, the Bhutanese King said that Gross National Happiness is more important than Gross Domestic Product. Since then, the idea of Gross National Happiness (GNH) has influenced Bhutan’s development policy
Geography of Bhutan
Interestingly, it is the only country that mandates a minimum of 60% forest cover showcasing its commitment to environmental preservation. Moreover, Bhutan is the only country globally where tobacco sales are banned.
Bhutan exports hydropower thanks to its fast-flowing rivers running down the steep slopes.
The national flag, featuring yellow and orange with a Druk, the thunder dragon, symbolizes purity and wealth — fittingly, as “Bhutan” translates to “Land of the Thunder Dragon.”
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