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 Bhutan, the Jewel of the Eastern Himalayas is a small landlocked country. It is located along the southern slopes of the Himalayan range and is bounded by Tibat in the north and India form other sides. Bhutan's official name is Druk-Yul which means the land of the thunder dragon. The country has an area of 38,594 square kilometers with a population of 7,16,896. It is cut off from the rest of the world by the great Himalayas. Bhutan has a unique culture and tradition based on Buddhist beliefs. Bhutanese men wear Gho-a-knee long robe and women wear kira-a-sheet like cloth piece. The people of Bhutan build their house with mud, stone and wood but no iron nails. Different festivals are celebrated all the year round in Bhutan. The festivals reflect colourful masks and the rich Bhutanese culture. The country is an ideal destination for the environment lovers for its pure mountain air, blue skies and pristine vegetation cover. Rich flora and fauna are protected by strict laws. Bhutan is the first country in the world with specific constitutional obligation on its people to protect the environment. Foreign culture and values are strictly prohibited. Tourists were allowed for the first time in 1974. About 6,000 tourists can visit the country a year. The government of Bhutan lifted ban on TV and the Internet only in 1999. To wear the national dress in public in mandatory for all. Bhutan is the happiest country in Asia and the eighth happiest country in the world.