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| Population (1996) | 600,000 |
| Area | Comparative: Land area: 38, 394 sq. km. |
| Capital | Thimphu |
| Average Annual Income | US $ 550 |
| Currency | 1 ngultrum =
100 chetrum The Ngultrum is pegged at par and is freely convertible with the Indian Rupee. |
| Exchange Rate | 49 Bhutanese Ngultrum (Nu.) = US$1/- ( August 2002) |
| Major Language | Dzongkha (official) |
| Major Religions | Mahayana school of Buddhism (official), Hinduism |
| International Dialing Code | +975 |
| Internet Domain | .bt |
| Main Exports | Electricity, timber, cement, agricultural products, handicrafts |
National Symbols - Flag Description
Bhutan's national flag is divided diagonally with a white dragon across the middle. The upper part of the flag is golden yellow representing the secular power of the King. The power part is orange symbolizing the Buddhist faith. The white of the dragon is associated with purity and represents Bhutan. It’s claws hold on to jewels which represent the wealth and perfection of the country.