Kingdom of Bhutan (Bhutan)

Is a independent political entity in the continent of Asia.

Its center lies at a latitude of 27.5 and longitude of 90.5.

Kingdom of Bhutan also goes by the names, An Bhutain, An Bhútáin, Bh2utan, Bhoetaan, Bhoetan, Bhoutan, Bhutaan, Bhutan, Bhután, Bhwtan, Bhútán, Botan, Bu-tan (Bhutan), Butan, Butana, Butanas, Butani, Butania, Butano, Butao, Buton, Bután, Bután - འབྲà½

The prodominant languages spoken are dz (Dzongkha) ne (Nepali) and its currency is the Ngultrum (BTN),

Kingdom of Bhutan currently has a population of 699800 (estimate).

Kingdom of Bhutan's neighbouring countries are, China, India, .

Regions within Kingdom of Bhutan

Largest Cities within Kingdom of Bhutan


Travel Advice Summary from British Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO)

Country: Bhutan

Published: Wed, 16 May 2012 13:55:00 GMT

Travel Summary


  • There is no British representation in Bhutan.  The nearest consular office is the British Deputy High Commission in Kolkata (formerly Calcutta). Contact details are below.

  • There is a low threat from terrorism. But you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate terrorist attacks, which could be in public areas, including those frequented by expatriates and foreign travellers. See Safety and Security - terrorism.

  • Travel to Bhutan should be arranged well in advance. You must arrange any visit to Bhutan through an authorised travel agent. Those travelling independently on British passports are not permitted to enter Bhutan. Further information can be obtained from our Consular Warden in Bhutan (contact details are below) or from the Bhutanese Honorary Consul in the UK by emailing: rutland.michael@gmail.com.

  • In 2010 there were no major cases of a British national requiring consular assistance in Bhutan.

  • You should take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance before travelling. See General - Insurance.

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