Geography
Bhutan is in Southern Asia, Asia. Its listed coordinates are 27.5, 90.5; it has China, India.
Neighboring countries: China, India
Asia
Bhutan
Bhutan is a country in Southern Asia. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Thimphu
- Continent
- Asia
- Region
- Southern Asia
- Population
- 784 thousand
- Area
- 38,394 km²
- Currency
- Bhutanese ngultrum (BTN)
- Official language
- Dzongkha
- Calling code
- +975
- Internet TLD
- .bt
- Time zone
- UTC+06:00
Bhutan map preview: 27.50, 90.50
People and Culture
Bhutan uses Dzongkha in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.
Food: Food culture in Bhutan varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.
Short History
Bhutan is recorded with the official name Kingdom of Bhutan. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.
Famous Places and Travel Facts
Famous places
- Thimphu
- Southern Asia cultural and historic sites
- Asia map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Thimphu
- Time zone data: UTC+06:00
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- Bhutan is grouped under Asia.
- Bhutan has a listed area of 38,394 km².
- Bhutan is listed as a UN member.
FAQs about Bhutan
What is the capital of Bhutan?
The capital of Bhutan is Thimphu.
What continent is Bhutan in?
Bhutan is in Asia.
What currency does Bhutan use?
Bhutan uses the Bhutanese ngultrum.
What language is spoken in Bhutan?
Dzongkha is listed for Bhutan in this database.