Culture

Pungtenchhu Gewog to get new lhakhang in two to three years

Monks at the Ugyen Choeling Goenzin Dratshang and residents of Pungtenchhu Gewog in Tsirang will soon have a new temple. Their only existing temple...

Bhutan’s cultural identity lives on through Chizhi Goenpa mask dancers

From Genye Gewog in Thimphu to other districts, Chizhi Goenpa mask dancers are keeping a centuries-old tradition alive. They perform not only familiar tshechu...

Youths step up to preserve Sha-Gi Looju ritual in Wangdue Phodrang

Observed once every three years, the Sha-Gi Looju festival in Wangdue Phodrang draws residents home from across the country and abroad. But behind the...

Youth learn Bhutan’s living heritage in Gelephu

Bhutan’s traditional music is rich, but opportunities to learn it remain limited. This winter in Gelephu, the Engaging Youth in Living Heritage programme opened...

Buddhistdoor View: Values of Peace and Stewardship in Bhutan’s Leadership—The Great Fourth’s Legacy

Bhutan’s modern leadership continues to be shaped by the enduring legacy of its Fourth King, His Majesty Jigme Singye Wangchuck, widely revered as the...

National Art Award debuts, honouring two outstanding artists

To celebrate creativity, nurture talent, and ensure the continued growth of the arts, the National Art Award has honoured two outstanding artists. Their paintings...