Bhutan launched its National Service, Gyalsung (loosely translates to guardians of the nation) today. A Royal Vision turned into reality by His Majesty The King.
Without a doubt, this will go down in the history of Bhutan as one of the greatest milestones in nation building.
In the footage: His Majesty addressing one of the first batches (several batches were launched simultaneously) of Gyalsups during the launch today. Source, Bhutan Board-casting Service.
A closer look at Kinzang Lhamo’s last leg of the Olympic marathon.
Some are saying this is an Olympic favourite moment- crowd cheering & the “guard of honor” presented for Kinzang Lhamo who was the last to complete the marathon has been described as an extraordinary moment in live sport.
Bhutanese living in Brussels including the Ambassador of Bhutan in Brussels can be seen running along her side cheering her on 🔥. Crowd chanting “bravo, bravo, bravo.”
Bravo, Kinzang Lhamo, bravo!
Video courtesies: Mr Sangay Ngedup and Ms Namgay Choden, Brussels.
"There is an element of valuable novelty, of something exceptional, about visiting Bhutan that, once lost, is difficult if not impossible to recapture. Bhutan has a quality that many countries have long lost -- a special mystique about the place that is sustained by the relatively low number of people who have actually visited. In the words of King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck: “People who make it to Bhutan feel privileged to be our guests.” Indeed, what Bhutan offers carries a unique resonance with the deepest
human yearning to be closer to culture and to be able to appreciate nature in its glorious, untarnished state. This is something precious and deserves to be preserved," Koh Buck Song.
Koh Buck Song is a very well known Singaporean writer, poet, and country brand adviser
Video: a sneak peak into beautiful Lhuentse (Courtesy: Dept. of Department of Tourism, Bhutan
#bhutanbelieve #travelbhutan
Landing at the Paro International Airport
Here’s an old footage of the Chief Pilot of Bhutan Airlines , Mr Chenga, showcasing Sam Chui how landing is managed in one of the most challenging airports in the world, Paro International Airport.
Source: Sam Chui’s YouTube channel. Sam Chui is one of the most well known aviation commentators. When he uploaded this, his audiences were blown away by Chief Pilot Chenga’s expertise combined with his cool & nonchalant manners.
Some comments read:
“Captain Badass is hand flying, in a descant path, curving through the mountains while pointing at all the monasteries like he’s a tour guide. What a legend.”
“Love this captain. Turns off GPWS, prays, and then starts hand flying through a canyon pointing out the sights. What an amazing guy”
“That is the most stable unstablised approach I ever saw. Awesome!”
“The captain exudes confidence, knowledge, ability and humility. I immediately felt relaxed watching the video and would place my family lives in this man’s hands. The brief prayer is a touch. Best of luck Captain Chenga”
“His stick and rubber flying was so smooth and precise it looked like a well choreographed dance….true high quality airmanship here folks!”
CAN SOMEONE PLEASE TAG CAPTAIN CHENGA?!
It’s a good day to ride! 🚴Blue sky, warm air, paddy fields to the left and a crystal clear river flowing to the right. Yes, it is a good day to ride. Our guest enjoying a scenic bike ride in Paro.
Gangtey-Phobjikha Valley
A little rain? No problem . A short misty walk through the grand valley of Gangtey is adequate to uplift one’s mood. #naturelovers #ExploreBhutan
Spotting
Shot by our guest, this reel looks almost animated- Bhutan Airlines zooming in to make a perfect landing. Being one of the most challenging airports in the world, landing at the Paro International Airport is the first adventure Bhutan offers for our guests, welcoming them in style. #aviation #parobhutan #spotting
On HRH Prince Jigyel Ugyen Wangchuck's birth occasion, we would like to share HRH's opening address during the Smithsonia Folklife Festival in 2008- delivered with charm, wit & clarity. We do not call HRH the Prince Charming for nothing :)
Happy Birthday, la.
The Bhutan program at the prestigious 2008 Smithsonia Festival was the largest and the most comprehensive celebration of Bhutanese life and culture ever presented outside of the kingdom (then). One hundred and fifty Bhutanese participants provided Festival visitors an unparalleled opportunity to see, hear, touch, smell, and experience life in the “Land of the Thunder Dragon.”
His Majesty in a Mongolia deel!
His Majesty looking ever dashing in a traditional Mongolian deel and boots.
Here 's a snippet from His Majesty's speech while receiving the honorary doctorate degree in Philosophy, Politics and Economics presented by Thailand's Rangsit University on November 26, 2006. His Majesty was the Crown Prince then.
"... I must say that this doctorate...is an honor that I feel I do not deserve...I feel humbled and can only 𝐡𝐨𝐩𝐞 𝐈 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐛𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐢𝐭 𝐛𝐲 𝐛𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐠𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐡𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐛𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚 𝐛𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐲 𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝..."
Fast forward more than 17 years, representative from seven Thai universities personally came to Bhutan and presented honorary degrees to His Majesty The King on 19 June 2024. This is a true testament of His Majesty living up to his own words of wisdom- earning 𝐛𝐲 𝐛𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐠𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐡𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐛𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚 𝐛𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐇𝐢𝐬 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 and more.
Seven honorary degrees presented to one distinguish personality on a single day could be a world record 🙂
Thank you Thailand for the love, respect and affection shown to our beloved King. 🇹🇭🇧🇹
Watch the full video posted in the comments.
𝑮𝒍𝒊𝒎𝒑𝒔𝒆𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝑯𝒊𝒔 𝑴𝒂𝒋𝒆𝒔𝒕𝒚'𝒔 𝒓𝒆𝒄𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝒗𝒊𝒔𝒊𝒕 𝒕𝒐 𝑺𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒓 𝑴𝒂𝒔 𝑳𝒂𝒏𝒅.
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Honda🇯🇵 showcasing his rizz & inspiring Bhutan’s women National Team.
This interview clip of His Majesty offers great lessons for ordinary people like us: be humble, respectful and teachable at all times while having the sense of duty ingrained in your hearts and minds.
Always a humbling experience to watch this short but impactful interview clip of our great leader, King Jigme.
Interview by CNA Asia, 2015
#GreatLeadership
Mejay Lyonchhen Dasho Tshering Tobgay sharing his thoughts to CNBC on Bhutan's tourism!
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