The tiny Kingdom of Bhutan, at the eastern end of the Himalayas, nestles between the giant nation states of China and India. Often called the “Land of the Thunder Dragon,” it remained secluded until recent times—the first ever “tourist” set foot in Bhutan in 1974 and was followed by the introduction of television and new technology at the turn of the 21st century. In 2008, Bhutan became the world’s youngest democracy, moving from an absolute to a constitutional monarchy in a historic change initiated by the revered and much-loved Fourth King, Jigme Singye Wangchuck. A sovereign country throughout the ages, Bhutan is now establishing its place on the world stage and demonstrating leadership on climate and environmental issues. It is determined to maintain its Buddhist culture and way of life as it evolves and adapts to political change and economic challenges. Its unique development policy of “Gross National Happiness,” which measures progress not through material gain but on a happiness scale, is generating global interest. The abundant hospitality of the Bhutanese, the variety of Bhutan’s ancient monasteries and colorful festivals, and its near-perfect ecosystem and natural beauty never fail to reward the traveler. Culture Smart! Bhutan will give you a deeper insight into the country’s history, values, and customs, as well as practical guidance on how to develop a meaningful rapport with the Bhutanese.

小小的不丹王国，位于喜马拉雅山脉的东端，坐落在中国和印度这两个巨大的民族国家之间。它通常被称为 "雷龙之国"，直到近代才隐居起来--1974年第一个 "游客 "踏足不丹，随后在21世纪初引进了电视和新技术。2008年，不丹成为世界上最年轻的民主国家，从绝对君主制转变为君主立宪制，这是由备受尊敬和喜爱的第四任国王吉格梅-辛格-旺楚克发起的历史性变革。作为一个古老的主权国家，不丹现在正在世界舞台上确立自己的地位，并在气候和环境问题上表现出领导力。它决心在发展和适应政治变化和经济挑战的过程中保持其佛教文化和生活方式。其独特的 "国民幸福总值 "发展政策，不是通过物质利益而是通过幸福指数来衡量进步，正在引起全球的关注。不丹人的热情好客，不丹古老的寺院和丰富多彩的节日，以及其近乎完美的生态系统和自然美景，永远不会让旅行者失望。聪明文化! 不丹》将让你更深入地了解这个国家的历史、价值观和习俗，并就如何与不丹人建立有意义的关系提供实际指导。