Want to learn about Bhutan? Here are the flag, the capital city, the animals, the food, and some amazing facts — all explained in a fun way for kids.
Quick facts about Bhutan
| Capital | Thimphu |
|---|---|
| Continent | Asia |
| Population | 782,000 |
| Languages | Dzongkha |
| Currency | Bhutanese ngultrum |
| National symbol | Takin |
| Famous food | Ema Datshi |
In Bhutan, people often speak Dzongkha. A friendly way to say hello is "Kuzuzangpo". 👋
Fun facts about Bhutan for kids
- Bhutan measures its success by 'Gross National Happiness' instead of money!
- It was the first country in the world to be carbon negative, absorbing more CO2 than it makes!
- Bhutan is the only country in the world where tobacco is completely banned.
- Traditional dress (Gho and Kira) is often worn daily.
- Bhutanese houses have colorful paintings of dragons and animals.
Famous places in Bhutan
- Tiger's Nest Monastery
- Punakha Dzong
- Buddha Dordenma
Nature and symbols of Bhutan
- Takin
- National sport: Archery
Going to Bhutan with kids?
A few small things to do together before you go turn the trip into an adventure your child already understands:
- Practise saying hello the local way: "Kuzuzangpo".
- Find Thimphu, the capital, on a map or globe together.
- Learn to spot the flag 🇧🇹 so your child can find it when you land.
- Try a taste of Ema Datshi at home, then compare it on the trip.
- Pick one famous place to look out for, like Tiger's Nest Monastery.
Print a passport stamp
Print this page, cut out the stamp and stick it in a notebook passport. Great for a trip, a school project, or a country-of-the-week at home or in class. Teaching a whole class? Use the free classroom passport.
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