General Country Information 🌍
| Capital | Thimphu |
| Country | Bhutan |
| Currency | Bhutanese Ngultrum |
| Main religion | Buddhism |
In numbers… 📐
| Female | 49.5% |
| Gdp | 2.512 billion USD |
| Size | 38,394 sq km |
| Population | 807,610 |
| Population density | 21 people/sq km |
| Kids per female | 1.6 |
| City population | 38.6% |
Weather ⛅
| Winter | 2.6∘C |
| Summer | 20.3∘C |
Language and Education 🔬
| Main Language | Dzongkha |
| Population able to read | 52.8% |
| Population with a college degree | 12.5% |
| Population able to speak english | 11.2% |
Well-being 💉
| Air quality | 54 (AQI) |
| Is tab water drinkable? | yes |
Safety 👮
| LGBT friendly? | No |
| Crime | 3.7/10 |
Transportation ✈️
| Driving side | Left |
| Main airline | Druk Air |
| Main airport | Paro Airport |
Costs and Prices 🤑
| Cash required for everyday purchases | yes |
Prices for Everyday Goods 💰
| Item | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Bottle water | $0.5 |
| Cigarettes | $1.5 |
| Burger | $3 |
| Coffee | $2 |
| Beer | $2 |
Accomedation Costs 🛌
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Flat | $200/month |
| Hotel 3 star | $50/night |
| Hotel 5 star | $100/night |
Transportation Costs 🚐
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Cab | $5/10km |
| Petrol | $1.20/l |
| Rental car | $50/day |
| Public transportation | $2/daypass |
| Bike rental | $5/day |
Taxes 💸
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Tax rate | 25% |
| Vat | 13% |
Average Income 💼
| Income | $2500 |
Tipping 💁️
| Is tipping required? | No |
| Location | Tipping Amount |
|---|---|
| Cab | Not expected |
| Restaurant | Not expected |
| Bar | Not expected |
| Coffeeshop | Not expected |
| Services | Not expected |
Digital 🤖
| Internet speed | 10.15/MBits |
| Tld | .bt |
| Free wifi | 4/10 |
| Population with access to internet | 35% |
| Phone mobile data | $10 for 10GB |
Electricity 🔌
| Power grid | 98% (Uptime) |
| Sockets | C, D, F |
Shopping 🛒
Opening Times 🕰
| Closing days | Sunday |
| Closing times | 8:00 PM |
| Opening times | 9:00 AM |
Most popular Stores 🏪
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| Online shopping | DrukMart |
| Supermarket | Chensel |
| Pharmacy | Druk Pharma |
| Drugstore | Druk Drugstore |
Fun and Relaxation 😃
Bars and Nightlife 🕺
| Closing hour of bars and clubs | 10 pm |
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Nightlife | 2/10 |
| Bars | 4/10 |
Parks and leisure 🎢
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Holiday Parks | 6/10 |
| Public Parks | 7/10 |
| Swimming | 5/10 |
Sports ⚽
| Most popular Sport | Archery |
Food 🍕️
| Food Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Ema Datshi | A national dish of Bhutan, made with chili peppers and cheese | 3-5 |
| Jasha Maroo | A spicy beef stew | 4-6 |
| Phaksha Paa | Pork with dried red chilies | 5-7 |
| Shakam Paa | Sun-dried beef | 6-8 |
| Kewa Datshi | Potatoes with cheese | 3-5 |
| Momos | Dumplings filled with meat or vegetables | 2-4 |
| Thukpa | A noodle soup | 3-5 |
| Gakyid | A type of sausage | 4-6 |
| Zow Shungo | Pork belly with fermented bamboo shoots | 5-7 |
Drinks 🍻️
| Drink Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Suja | Butter tea, a traditional Bhutanese drink made with tea leaves, butter, and salt | 1 |
| Ara | A distilled alcoholic beverage made from rice, wheat, or barley | 2 |
| Chang | A fermented alcoholic beverage made from rice or millet | 1 |
| Kewa | A fermented alcoholic beverage made from buckwheat | 1 |
| Milk Tea | A tea made with milk and sugar | 1 |
Souvenirs 👜
| Souvenir | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Handwoven Textiles | Intricate textiles made from wool, silk, or cotton, featuring traditional Bhutanese designs | $20-$100 |
| Prayer Flags | Colorful flags printed with Buddhist mantras, used for decoration and to bring good luck | $5-$20 |
| Prayer Wheels | Metal cylinders inscribed with Buddhist mantras, spun to accumulate merit | $10-$50 |
| Singing Bowls | Metal bowls that produce a resonant sound when struck, used for meditation and healing | $50-$200 |
| Thangkas | Painted or embroidered religious scrolls depicting Buddhist deities and scenes | $100-$1,000 |
| Masks | Elaborate masks used in traditional Bhutanese dances and festivals | $50-$200 |
| Jewelry | Silver or gold jewelry adorned with traditional Bhutanese motifs | $20-$100 |
| Wooden Carvings | Intricately carved wooden statues, bowls, and other objects | $10-$50 |
| Paper Products | Handmade paper made from the bark of the Daphne plant, used for writing, painting, and crafts | $5-$20 |
| Incense | Aromatic incense made from natural ingredients, used for religious ceremonies and relaxation | $5-$20 |
Holidays 🍹
| Holiday Name | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Losar | January/February | Tibetan New Year |
| Drukpa Tshechu | March/April | Religious festival |
| Shabdrung Kuchoe | April/May | Anniversary of the death of Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal |
| Buddha Parinirvana | May/June | Commemorates the death of Buddha |
| Druk Gyalpo’s Birthday | June 2 | Birthday of the King of Bhutan |
| Coronation Day | June 2 | Anniversary of the coronation of the King of Bhutan |
| Dashain | September/October | Hindu festival |
| Tihar | October/November | Hindu festival |
| Constitution Day | December 17 | Anniversary of the adoption of the Constitution of Bhutan |
News 📰
| Medium | Name |
|---|---|
| Newspaper | Kuensel |
| Online news | BBS News |
| Tv | Bhutan Broadcasting Service |
| Radio | Radio Bhutan |