Culture

The Royal Textile Academy in Thimphu has opened two exhibitions, Beyond the Weave and Yabsay, showcasing contemporary interpretations of Bhutanese...

What happens to a community’s cultural identity when a tradition survives only in memory? For the Monpa community in Trongsa,...

What if the stories behind Trongsa’s past could come alive on stage? At the fifth Black Mountain Festival, communities did...

Every year at this time, devotees make their way to Tamzhing in Bumthang for a blessing unlike any other. They...

Sacred cliffside monasteries, timeless festivals, awe-inspiring landscapes. Eastern Bhutan has always rewarded those willing to make the journey. And in...

For generations, handwoven kishutharas have been valued for their craftsmanship and the hours of work behind every piece. But cheaper,...

How Bhutan preserves and presents its cultural heritage is becoming an important part of strengthening the country’s museums. 25 museum...

One of the country's most recognisable landmarks and a major religious and tourist site is undergoing its first major re-gilding...

In a country where traditions are closely tied to identity, some of the most important lessons are passed down not...

The stage is set. Tomorrow night, five finalists step into the spotlight for Rhythm of Bhutan, the grand finale that...