Prioritizing the Happiness of the Bhutanese People
Bhutan is a small country located on the southern slopes of the eastern Himalayas in Asia. It has a population of approx. 750,000 (as of FY2021) and a land area of approximately 38,000 km2, similar to Switzerland or Kyushu (Japan). The country is blessed with rich nature produced by its steep mountains. Many of Bhutan's people are engaged in agriculture, practice Buddhism, and live their lives following their native culture and traditions.
Photo credit: Tourism Council of Bhutan
