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The first tourists
came to Bhutan in 1974 when the present monarch His
Majesty the King Jigme Singye Wangchuk was crowned as
the fourth King of this land of the Thunder Dragon.
Ever since, Bhutan has welcomed thousands of visitors.
One would think that years of development have eroded
the beauty of this country, which was referred in the
olden days as the " The Lotus Garden of the Gods".
All this progress has come in tandem with the preservation
and promotion of the country's cultural heritage.
The Government pursues an active policy of preserving
the numerous temples, monasteries and fortresses that
dot the countryside. The monastic schools and meditation
centers located across the kingdom are home to thousand
of monks and priests who cater to the spiritual needs
of the Bhutanese people. The weavings and a vast range
of handicrafts of Bhutan are known for their beauty
and make perfect gifts. |
