Bhutan is a country in South Asia, Asia with a rich history, unique culture and some remarkable records. Here are the most interesting facts about Bhutan that most people don't know.
Bhutan is the world's only carbon-negative country — it absorbs more CO₂ than it produces. Its constitution requires that at least 60% of the land remain forested forever, and it measures success by Gross National Happiness rather than GDP.
Bhutan is the world's only carbon-negative country.
Bhutan measures success by Gross National Happiness, not GDP.
Bhutan's constitution requires at least 60% forest cover to be maintained forever.
Tourism in Bhutan is limited and visitors must pay a daily sustainable development fee.
Bhutan is the world's only carbon-negative country — it absorbs more CO₂ than it produces. Its constitution requires that at least 60% of the land remain forested forever, and it measures success by Gross National Happiness rather than GDP.
Bhutan is known for several remarkable places that attract visitors and define the country's identity:
A cliff-hanging Buddhist monastery built at 3,120m — Bhutan's most iconic sight
The most beautiful dzong in Bhutan — a fortress-monastery at the confluence of two rivers
A mountain pass at 3,100m with 108 chortens and panoramic Himalayan views
A hidden sacred valley only opened to tourists in 2002 — pristine Himalayan landscape
Bhutan is the world's only carbon-negative country — it absorbs more CO₂ than it produces. Its constitution requires that at least 60% of the land remain forested forever, and it measures success by Gross National Happiness rather than GDP.
The capital of Bhutan is Thimphu.
Bhutan has a population of approximately 787K.
The official language of Bhutan is Dzongkha.
Bhutan gained independence in 1907.
Bhutan uses the Ngultrum (BTN).