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31/12/2021

Wish you happy new year to you & your family 🎁🎁🎁🎁🎁🎁🎁🎊🎊

08/11/2021

Rongtse Ney or (Sangbe Rinchenling) at Haa

We are organizing a day excursion to Rongtse Neykor on 13th November 2021(Saturday)at just Nu.1500/- per Person,pick/drop in tourist coaster bus or hiace bus from paro/Thimphu…

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01/09/2021

06/08/2021

01/01/2021

Wish you a very happy new year to you and your all family🎊🎉🎊🎉🎊🎉🎊🎉🎆🎆🎆🎆🎆

27/12/2020

DOS & DON’TS WHEN VISITING TEMPLES

Himalayan Buddhism has a generally relaxed approach to religious sites, but you should observe a few important rules if you are invited to enter a lhakhang (temple) or goemba (monastery).

1. It is customary to remove one’s shoes and hat upon entering the important rooms of a temple. You will most likely be escorted by a caretaker monk, and you can follow his example in removing your shoes at the appropriate doorway. Leave cameras, umbrellas and hats outside.

2. Always move in a clockwise direction and do not speak loudly. If there is a ceremony being performed inside, always check that it’s OK before entering.

3. It is customary to leave a small offering of money (Nu 10) on the altar. When you make this offering, the monk accompanying you will pour a small amount of holy water, from a sacred vessel called a bumpa, into your hand. You should make the gesture of drinking a sip of this water and then spread the rest on your head.

4. While male visitors may be permitted to enter the goenkhang (protector chapel), always ask before entering and remember that these are off limits to all women. Do not walk behind an altar set before the goenkhang.

21/12/2020

Why it is known as "fortress of the glorious religion?"
It is Known as Tashichho Dzong, or popularly known as Thimphu Dzong, is an impressive structure that houses the Bhutanese government and stand on the right side of the Wangchu River (Thimphu).

HISTORY ABOUT DZONG
There was a long history behind the success of Dzong naming it as Tashichoedzong and it's importance.
The Dzong originated with the building of Dho-Ngon (Blue Stone) Dzong on a hill above Thimphu River where Dechenphodrang stands by Lama Gyalwa Lhanangpa. On the 17th century, the followers of Lama Gyalwa Lhanangpa were completely crushed by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal and the Dho Ngon Dzong fell into the hands of Zhbdrung.Zhabdrung rebuilt the fortress in 1641 and renamed it Tashichho Dzong.

In 1694, the 4th Desi Tenzin Rabgye enlarged the Dzong. The Dzong caught fire in 1698 and was restored. In 1747, the Dzong was enlarged at the initiative of the 13th Desi, Chogyal sherab Wangchuk. The Dzong caught fire again under the reign of the 16th Desi, Sonam Lhendup, and 13th Je Khenpo, Yonten Thaye. After this fire, the Dzong was relocated to the present location.

His Late Majesty Jigme Dorji Wangchuck took the initiative of renovating the Dzong in 1962. The entire Dzong was rebuilt in traditional fashion, without nails or written plans. Zopen Parpa Yodsel oversaw the overall renovation works. In 1969, the earth Bird year, the Dzong was consecrated by Je Khenpo Thri Zur Thinley Lhendup and Dorji lopen Nyizer Trilku.

SIGNIFICANCE OF DZONG

In the past, the National Assembly met within the Dzong. Today, it houses the secretariat, throne room, and offices of King of Bhutan. The northern portion is the summer residence of the Je Khenpo and the Central Monastic Body.

Unlike most other Dzongs, Tashichoedzong dzong has two main entrances. One leads to the administrative section to the south, and another at the north leads to the monastic quarter where the dances of the annual tsechu festival are performed.

Below the dzong is an excellent example of the traditional cantilever bridge. To the south of the dzong is set of low buildings that houses additional administrative offices. West of the dzong is the small tower of Ney Khan Lhakhang, which houses a statue of Sakyamuni flanked by the prospective deity Gyenden Jagpa Melen and Dorji Daktshen, the female guardian deity of Phajoding.

Thimphu Tshechu starts on the 10th day of the 8th lunar month. The three-day religious event plays an important role in the lives of Bhutanese people as it is an opportunity for the Buddhist followers to immerse and cleanse themselves of the bad Karma and to remind them of what to make of their lives.
Staying true to the age-old tradition, locals dressed in their finest outfit and jewelries gather at the Thimphu Tashichoedzong. This spiritual social event brings people together unified by the common culture, tradition, and beliefs. The sacred mask dance (Chham) is believed to invoke deities blessing.

Experience the unique culture and traditions of Bhutan"The Happiest place on Earth. Heaven on 🌍 and peaceful and happiest place.

27/10/2020

26/10/2020

Bhutan, a Buddhist kingdom on the Himalayas’ eastern edge, is famously recognized for its magnificient monasteries, fortresses (or dzongs) and dramatic landscapes that range from subtropical plains to steep mountains and valleys. In the past, the Dzong served as a stronghold against enemies and it now plays an important role as a combined administrative centre and monastery.
Additionally, I wanted to talk about one of the oldest Bhutanese Dzong called as 'Simtokha Dzong' . Simotokha Dzong also known as Sangak Zabdhon Phodrang "Palace of the Profound Meaning of Secret Mantras" was built in 1629 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, who unified Bhutan. It is the first of its kind built in Bhutan.
The reason behind for naming the Dzong as Simtokha is, the site is said to mark the spot where a demon vanished into a rocky outcrop, hence the name Simtokha, meaning 'from simmo (demoness) and do (stone)'. Moreover, the site was also a essentially strategic location from which to protect the Thimphu valley and the passage east to the Dochu La and eastern Bhutan.
Today it houses one of the premier Dzongkha language learning institutes.

08/10/2020

21/09/2020

Thimphu Dromchoe
Only Thimphu observes a holiday on this one-day festival, dedicated to Bhutan’s protective deity, Palden Lhamo. The festival dates back to the 17th century and was introduced by Kuenga Gyeltshen who was recognised as the reincarnation of Jampel Dorji, son of Zhabdrung Nawang Namgyel. The Lhamoi dromchoe is celebrated three days prior to the Thimphu Tshechu.

22/08/2020

Bhutan "The land of thunder dragon "is one of the happiest country in the world because it is the birth place of the unique concept so called as "Gross National Happiness". Bhutan is no ordinary place. It is the masterpiece himalyan kingdom heaven on Earth created by God shrouded in mystery and magic. It is deeply a Buddhist land, where Buddhist values, cultures, customes and obviously unmaterialistic lifestyle leaves it's people to feel more connected to one another . No matter what , Bhutan have been, Bhutan is and Bhutan will be a prosperous country under "Tsa Wa Sum" guided by a great Monarch...

15/08/2020

Flowers💐Exhibition at HAA 2020💐💐💐💐💐

10/05/2020

Pray flags
The flags come in five different colours – blue, red, green, white and yellow. Each colour represents the five wisdoms of Buddhism and the five basic elements – sky, fire, earth, water and air. Buddhists believe that keeping these five elements in good harmony is good for the body and mind.

Bhutan Prayer Flags Color Meaning
The white prayer flag is for good fortune by purifying negative karma.
The blue prayer flag is for health and longevity.
The yellow prayer flag is for victory over obstacles.
The red prayer flag is for fulfilling your wishes.
The green prayer flag is for compassion.

06/05/2020

Bhutan national game ARCHERY
Archery in Bhutan is the national sport of the Kingdom.Archery was declared the national sport in 1971, when Bhutan became a member of the United Nations.Since then, the popularity of Bhutanese archery has increased both inside and outside Bhutan,with a measure of government promotion.Bhutan also maintains an Olympic archery team.Previously, competitions were held only at dzongkhag and gewog levels, however modernly, archery tournaments and competitions are held throughout the country. Archery is played during religious and secular public holidays in Bhutan,local festivals (tsechu), between public ministries and departments, and between the dzonkhag and the regional teams. Archery tournaments and performances have also become a significant point of interest for tourism in Bhutan.

Archery in Bhutan is culturally distinctive because it is a martial art practiced among a modern population that abhors killing.Bhutanese people from different social strata find archery one of the most enjoyable sports, being both fun and physical exercise. In addition, archery builds concentration, which contributes to mental development; according to a Bhutanese proverb, both sailing and archery require intelligence. Archery in Bhutan is a way of socialization, communication, and development of relations between people. Emotions run high during competitions, and support for archers and ridicule or distraction of opponents can become as violent as in other countries' sporting events.

The distance to the target is about 145 metres (476 ft).The relatively small targets are cut from wood and brightly painted, usually measuring about 3 feet (91 cm) tall and 11 inches (28 cm) wide.Bullseyes are called karay.Traditionally, Bhutanese bows are made of bamboo, and arrows from bamboo or reeds, fletched with feather vanes. Arrows may be painted and tipped with metal arrowheads. Quivers may be wooden, with an animal hide covering and a woven strap.

Bhutanese archery teams number at 13 players; teams take turns shooting two arrows at a time first in one direction, then in the opposite direction. The first to score 25 points wins, however because the scoring system is complicated, winning can take a very long time.For example, a second hit by an opponent can invalidate the other player's score.In addition, the interplay of wider socializing and festivities, with archery as the nominal focus, gives Bhutanese archery competitions an excruciatingly slow pace. In the past, the most traditional matches could last for as long as a month, though modern matches tend to span a number of days.

Preparations for archery matches are different from other sports: competitors are advised not to spend the night with their wives the night before the competition in order to achieve a high level of concentration. On the eve of a competition, the team spends the night in the woods or in a barn. Opening events precede the initiation and breakfast, and alcoholic beverages can be consumed on the morning of competitions. Teams often employ astrologers to select competing members. In their prognostications, astrologers use puppets (tsip) to symbolize archers, puppets of fate who have no control of their destiny.These astrologers are often hired at substantial fees in archers' attempts to have favorable tsip performances, cast curses against other archers, and gain an upper hand.Astrologers also calculate the time and place for competition.

Women in Bhutan are traditionally active participants in archery competitions, both at home and on the sidelines.To support their husbands, archers' wives prepare their best dishes and drinks. Their older children prepare and bring butter tea and alcoholic beverages to the shooting range, accompanied by younger children. Men participating in the match then bestow upon friends and the match coordinators food and beverages prepared by their wives.

During the matches, women cheer their husbands or favorites with heavily symbolic songs. They also mock opponents with distracting gesticulations and humorous insults. One insult goes: "Whose forehead is bulging and swollen like a wine-serving spoon, in aimless flight his shaft will drift to hit the mark not even once, Ah kha kha thu lu lu!" (Kuchu pehew gi da mephog, phog rung bam i pchi lay yeen, Ah kha kha thu lu lu!) Another more burlesque insult goes: "Lips sheltered in a black beard, in aimless flight his shaft will drift to hit the mark not even once, Ah kha kha thu lu lu!" (Kha nag pu so da me phog, phog rung bam i pchi lay yeen, Ah kha kha thu lu lu!)

01/05/2020

History of Hot Stone Baths in Bhutan,
Traditionally, hot stone baths were arranged in a very rustic set up, inside a farm shed or near a river bed where there are plenty of rocks and river water available readily and in the open air, which may also provide a wonderful view of the surrounding landscape. However, this bath is provided as a spa and wellness option in many hotels and resorts which may better suit the standards of the visitor and may also cater to luxurious tastes and preferences.

Be it a tiring day or a day just like any other one; a hot stone bath is a highly recommended activity for anyone visiting Bhutan, especially in winter. Soaking in a Bhutanese hot stone bath for an hour or so shall do one much good.

The process of a traditional Bhutanese hot stone bath is unique. It uses Menchu (medicinal water) which is nothing but fresh river water mixed with Artemisia leaves.The water is heated using river stones that are roasted on fire till they are glowing red. The temperature of the water can be increased by adding more heated stones into a wooden chamber via a chute. This chamber is connected to the main tub (also made of wood) which contains the water.

The holes in the chamber allow the heat to be infused into the bath (so there is no danger of being burned by the hot stones) and the stones are said to release key minerals into the water which are believed to have medicinal benefits. One can soak in the water for about an hour or two after a tiring day while sipping a hot beverage. This may also be followed by a salt scrub to remove dead skin cells and an oil massage to relieve tired muscles.

30/04/2020

The gho(Dzongkha: བགོ,)is the traditional and national dress for men in Bhutan. Introduced in the 17th century by Ngawang Namgyal, 1st Zhabdrung Rinpoche, to give the Ngalop people a more distinctive identity, it is a knee-length robe tied at the waist by a cloth belt known as the kera (སྐེད་རགས་).On festive occasions, it is worn with a kabney.

The government of Bhutan requires all men to wear the gho if they work in a government office or school. Men are also required to wear the gho on formal occasions. In its modern form, the law dates from 1989, but the driglam namzha dress code is much older.