
Bhutanese woman
participated in Olympic
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LANGUAGE
The contrasting ethnic diversity of the Bhutanese people has
meant that a number of different languages and dialects are
spoken throughout the kingdom. People speak more than 18
dialects at present. The national language is Dzongkha, which is
taught at all schools. So different are the dialects that
eastern and western neighbors can have great difficulty
understanding each other. English is widely spoken in the
country, which makes it easier for the tourist to communicate.
DRESS
Bhutanese men wear a Gho, which is longish, robe tied around the
waist by small belt known as Kera.
The women’s ankle length dress called Kira, which are brightly
colored, finely woven fabrics with traditional patterns.
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NATIONAL ANIMAL:
Takin
Habitat:
In summer Takin lives on the uppermost limits of tree line, reaching
elevations ranging from 4,000-12,000 feet (1,219-3,658 m)In winter
moves around the forested valleys at lower elevations.
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