Bhutanese Collection

Bhutan, Paro. Prayer flags fluttering at the cliffs edge across from Taktsang Monastery, or Tigers Nest

Buddhist Monks decorating the temple at Bouddha (Boudhanath), UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

Old Bhutanese man turning prayer wheels in Buddhist temple, Thimphu, Bhutan, Asia

Bhutanese woman turning Buddhist prayer wheels, Trashi Chhoe Dzong, Thimphu, Bhutan, Asia

Paro is Bhutans second largest town. The western end of the Paro valley is only 20 kms from the Tibetan border and for centuries it has been the first point of entry into Bhutan for Tibetans _ either

Square, Bhutan, 18th century, late Ming dynasty (1368-1644)/ early Qing dynasty (1644-1912). Creator: Unknown
Square, Bhutan, 18th century, late Ming dynasty (1368-1644)/ early Qing dynasty (1644-1912)

Bhutanese Buddhist temple, Bodh Gaya, Bihar, India

Bhutanese Buddhist temple interior, Bodh Gaya, Bihar, India

Bhutan, Paro. Fields of red rice are golden as they ripen in this fertile valley

A man doing archery in Paro District, Bhutan

India - Darjeeling - a Bhutanese milkman early 1900s

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Bhutanese Guide at Sophu Lake with view of Mt. Jichu Drake on Jhomalari trek, Bhutan. Date: 22/10/2005

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BHUTAN. Eternal snow on the Everest Mountain, and a small white cloud surrounding the summit Date: 15/02/2005

Tribal Bracelet, mid-19th century. Creator: Unknown
Tribal Bracelet, mid-19th century

Pendant, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Pendant, 18th century

India - girls from Tibetan or Bhutanese ethnic group, c. 1880 s
India - girls from Tibetan or Bhutanese ethnic group, c.1880 s

Ashley Eden forced by the Bhutanese to sign a Treaty (colour litho)
2792207 Ashley Eden forced by the Bhutanese to sign a Treaty (colour litho) by McCormick, Arthur David (1860-1943); Private Collection; (add.info)

Group of Bhotanese, chiefly or Tibetan origin, Bhotan, from The People of India
STC439724 Group of Bhotanese, chiefly or Tibetan origin, Bhotan, from The People of India, by J. Forbes Watson, published 1868 (albumen print) by English Photographer

Helmet, Bhutanese and Tibetan, 18th-19th century. Creator: Unknown
Helmet, Bhutanese and Tibetan, 18th-19th century

Bhutan. Traditional hand painted and carved wooden architectural detail with tiger and dragon

Bhutan, Thimphu. Colorful prayer flags on mountain top at the Sangaygang Geodetic Station

Bhutan, Thimphu. Kuensel Phodrang, aka Buddha Point, largest Buddha statue in the country. Statue detail

Bhutan. Colorful prayer wheels

Bhutan, Thimphu. Traditional Bhutanese hand woven textiles

Bhutan. Ornate golden door detail

Bhutan, Paro. Colorful prayer wheels and flags along the hiking trail to the Tigers Nest Monastery, one of the most sacred religious sites in Bhutan

Bhutan, Thimphu. Traditional colorful and ornate hand woven textiles

Bhutan, Punakha Dzong. Punakha Drubchen Festival, masked dancers

Bhutan, Punakha Dzong. Traditional hand painted and carved wooden architectural detail

Bhutan and Nepalese People at Darjeeling, Sunday Morning Market Scene, 1860s-70s

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Bhutan, Red robed Tibetan Buddhist monk talking on his mobile phone

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Bhutan, Bumthang District, Jakar, exterior of local hotel

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Bhutan, Gangtey Gompa, Tsecchu festival crowds descending temple steps dressed in their best clothes

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Bhutan, Gangtey Gompa, Tsecchu festival crowds descending temple steps dressed in their best clothes

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Bhutan, Zhemgang Dzong with Police parked at entrance

Bhutan, Paro. Colorful prayer flages in front of small outbuilding of the Tigers Nest, sacred Himalayan Buddhist temple complex

Monk walks through the courtyard of Rinpung Dzong (Monastery) also called Paro Dzong, in Bhutan

Man carrying a huge load, Bumthang, Bhutan

Tigers Nest Buddhist monastery, Bhutan. Buildings of the Buddhist monastery of Taktsang (Tigers Nest) precariously sited on a rocky ledge over 2000 feet above the valley floor

Buddhist monks, Tashichho Dzong, Thimphu, Bhutan. The Tashichho Dzong is the seat of Bhutans government and the residence of the countrys head abbott. Buddhism spread to Bhutan in the 8th century

Buddhist chortens, Chuzom, Bhutan. Buddhism spread to Bhutan in the 8th century

Tigers Nest monastery, Bhutan. Buildings of the Buddhist monastery of Taktsang (Tigers Nest) precariously sited on a rocky ledge over 2000 feet above the valley floor

Road from Puntsholing to Paro, Bhutan. Road crossing a hillside in the Himalyan foothills with terraced fields on either side

The Deb Raja, acting head of the Buddhist Church of Bhutan, 1922. Artist: John Claude White
The Deb Raja, acting head of the Buddhist Church of Bhutan, 1922. From Peoples of All Nations, Their Life Today and the Story of Their Past, volume I: Abyssinia to the British Empire

Bhutia (Bhutanese) costumes, 1895. Artist: Pranishnikoff
Bhutia (Bhutanese) costumes, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Prayer flags and Buddhist stupa at Bouddha (Boudhanath), UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

Bhutan, Thimphu. Colorful textiles for sale in a shop

Bhutan, Paro, Detail of wall art and architecture; Ta Dzong Museum

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"Bhutanese: A Glimpse into the Enchanting Land of Happiness" Immerse yourself in the serene beauty of Bhutan as Buddhist monks meticulously decorate the sacred temple at Bouddha (Boudhanath), a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The vibrant colors and intricate details reflect their devotion to spirituality. In Thimphu, Bhutan's capital, an old Bhutanese man gracefully turns prayer wheels inside a Buddhist temple. His weathered hands carry years of wisdom and his actions symbolize the continuous cycle of prayers for peace and enlightenment. Witnessing a Bhutanese woman spinning Buddhist prayer wheels at Trashi Chhoe Dzong is truly captivating. Her graceful movements echo her deep-rooted faith, creating a sense of tranquility that permeates through this ancient fortress. As you explore Paro, Bhutan's second largest town, be mesmerized by fluttering prayer flags adorning cliffs opposite Taktsang Monastery. These colorful flags carry blessings with every breeze, spreading positive energy across the breathtaking landscape. Travel back in time to early 1900s Darjeeling in India and encounter a traditional Bhutanese milkman delivering fresh dairy products. This glimpse into history showcases the cultural connections between these neighboring regions. Thimphu offers an array of vibrant textiles for sale in its shops. Each piece tells a story through its vivid patterns and rich symbolism, reflecting the artistic heritage deeply ingrained within Bhutanese culture. Venturing beyond borders, discover Bodh Gaya in Bihar, India – home to both Indian and Bhutanese Buddhist temples. Step inside these sacred spaces where devotees find solace amidst ornate decorations and profound spiritual ambiance. Paro unveils its fertile valley adorned with fields of golden red rice ripening under clear skies. This agricultural abundance represents not only sustenance but also prosperity that thrives within this picturesque region.