Bhutan Majestic Travel: Royal wedding in 2011: "News broken by the King in person at the opening of Parliament Royal bride Jetsun Pema 21 May, 2011 – Marking another important m..."
Namgay Dorji
Monday, May 23, 2011
Royal wedding in 2011
News broken by the King in person at the opening of Parliament
21 May, 2011 – Marking another important moment in Bhutanese history, His Majesty the King yesterday announced his intention to marry fiancée Jetsun Pema in October this year. The date is not finalised.
“As King, it is now time for me to marry,” His Majesty said, smiling, towards the end of his address at the opening of the seventh parliament session, which was attended by royal family members, government officials, representatives of international organisations, students and the public. “After much thought, I have decided that the wedding shall be later this year,” His Majesty, who is 31, said.
Jetsun Pema, 21, a student of Regents College, London, UK, and second eldest among four siblings, is the daughter of Dhondup Gyaltshen, the grandson of Trashigang dzongpon Dopola and Sonam Chuki of the Bumthang Pangtey family. She has been accompanying His Majesty on royal tours around the country in recent months.
Sharing his idea of a queen, His Majesty said that many will have their own idea of what a Queen should be like – that she should be uniquely beautiful, intelligent and graceful. “I cannot say how she might appear to the people.” And after a brief pause he added, “But to me, she is the one,” His Majesty said, which generated some hesitant laughter in the otherwise formal and sombre parliament hall.
“But for the Queen, what is most important is that, at all times, as an individual she must be a good human being; and as Queen, she must be unwavering in her commitment to serve the people and country,” His Majesty said. “I think, with experience and time, one can grow into a dynamic person in any walk of life with the right effort. I have found such a person and her name is Jetsun Pema. While she is young, she is warm and kind in heart and character. These qualities, together with the wisdom that will come with age and experience, will make her a great servant to the nation.”
His Majesty said that his union does not mean that he would be starting his own family. “From the very day I received the Dhar Ngay-Nga from the sacred Machhen, the people of the 20 dzongkhags became my family. Such is the duty and privilege of all Kings of Bhutan. It is through this union, that I shall have a Queen, who will support, and work with me, as I serve the people and country.”
His Majesty said the royal wedding would be in accordance with age-old tradition, to seek the blessings of our Guardian Deities, and asked the government not to make any plans for a grand celebration. “The happiness of my beloved father and the blessings of our people would give me the greatest joy and happiness,” said His Majesty.
The announcement was received with joy and happiness, as people had been speculating on a royal wedding this year. Prime Minister Jigmi Y Thinley expressed his happiness on the announcement of the royal wedding, and said that His Majesty had fulfilled the wishes of the people. “The wishes of the people since His Majesty was enthroned in 2008 was a royal wedding to ensure a line of succession of the Wangchuck dynasty,” said the prime minister. “Your Majesty has fulfilled the wishes of the people.”
The leader of the opposition party, Tshering Tobgay, said the royal wedding was greatly welcomed, as it would ensure that the people receive the kindness and compassion of the Wangchuck dynasty for generations to come. Tshering Tobgay said although the King wished a simple ceremony, as a people’s king, the people of Bhutan would join in a huge celebration and strive to be a part of this historic moment.
Chairperson of the national council, Namgay Penjore, was more direct in expressing his happiness. He said that, by this time next year, the people of Bhutan would expect an heir to the Golden Throne. He also, on behalf of the members of the NC, offered good wishes and prayers.
Outside the parliament, people said the royal wedding would be an occasion of tremendous joy, not only would it ensure the line of succession, but would also be an occasion for the people to express their love and respect to a King, who spends time with the people. “This is the best news after the Coronation,” said Phub Sigye from Wangduephodrang. Source: Kuenselonline
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| Royal bride Jetsun Pema |
“As King, it is now time for me to marry,” His Majesty said, smiling, towards the end of his address at the opening of the seventh parliament session, which was attended by royal family members, government officials, representatives of international organisations, students and the public. “After much thought, I have decided that the wedding shall be later this year,” His Majesty, who is 31, said.
Jetsun Pema, 21, a student of Regents College, London, UK, and second eldest among four siblings, is the daughter of Dhondup Gyaltshen, the grandson of Trashigang dzongpon Dopola and Sonam Chuki of the Bumthang Pangtey family. She has been accompanying His Majesty on royal tours around the country in recent months.
Sharing his idea of a queen, His Majesty said that many will have their own idea of what a Queen should be like – that she should be uniquely beautiful, intelligent and graceful. “I cannot say how she might appear to the people.” And after a brief pause he added, “But to me, she is the one,” His Majesty said, which generated some hesitant laughter in the otherwise formal and sombre parliament hall.
“But for the Queen, what is most important is that, at all times, as an individual she must be a good human being; and as Queen, she must be unwavering in her commitment to serve the people and country,” His Majesty said. “I think, with experience and time, one can grow into a dynamic person in any walk of life with the right effort. I have found such a person and her name is Jetsun Pema. While she is young, she is warm and kind in heart and character. These qualities, together with the wisdom that will come with age and experience, will make her a great servant to the nation.”
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| His Majesty the King and royal bride Jetsun Pema |
His Majesty said the royal wedding would be in accordance with age-old tradition, to seek the blessings of our Guardian Deities, and asked the government not to make any plans for a grand celebration. “The happiness of my beloved father and the blessings of our people would give me the greatest joy and happiness,” said His Majesty.
The announcement was received with joy and happiness, as people had been speculating on a royal wedding this year. Prime Minister Jigmi Y Thinley expressed his happiness on the announcement of the royal wedding, and said that His Majesty had fulfilled the wishes of the people. “The wishes of the people since His Majesty was enthroned in 2008 was a royal wedding to ensure a line of succession of the Wangchuck dynasty,” said the prime minister. “Your Majesty has fulfilled the wishes of the people.”
The leader of the opposition party, Tshering Tobgay, said the royal wedding was greatly welcomed, as it would ensure that the people receive the kindness and compassion of the Wangchuck dynasty for generations to come. Tshering Tobgay said although the King wished a simple ceremony, as a people’s king, the people of Bhutan would join in a huge celebration and strive to be a part of this historic moment.
Chairperson of the national council, Namgay Penjore, was more direct in expressing his happiness. He said that, by this time next year, the people of Bhutan would expect an heir to the Golden Throne. He also, on behalf of the members of the NC, offered good wishes and prayers.
Outside the parliament, people said the royal wedding would be an occasion of tremendous joy, not only would it ensure the line of succession, but would also be an occasion for the people to express their love and respect to a King, who spends time with the people. “This is the best news after the Coronation,” said Phub Sigye from Wangduephodrang. Source: Kuenselonline
Friday, April 29, 2011
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Monday, April 18, 2011
Bhutan Festival 2012
TENTATIVE FESTIVAL DATES FOR 2012
SL | FESTIVAL | PLACE | DATES |
1 | PUNAKHA DRUBCHHEN | PUNAKHA | 27th Feb to 02nd March |
2 | PUNAKHA TSHECHU | PUNAKHA | 03rd to 05th March |
3 | CHHORTEN KORA | TRASHIYANGTSHE | 08th March & 22nd March |
4 | GOMPHUKORA | TRASHIGANG | 31st March to 02nd April |
5 | PARO TSHECHU | PARO | 02nd to 06th April |
6 | CHHUKHA TSHECHU | CHHUKHA | 04th to 06th April |
7 | URA TSHECHU | BUMTHANG | 02nd to 06th May |
8 | NIMALUNG TSHECHU | BUMTHANG | 27th to 29th June |
9 | KURJEY TSHECHU | BUMTHANG | 29th June |
10 | THIMPHU DRUBCHEN | THIMPHU | 20th to 24th September |
11 | WANGDUE TSHECHU | WANGDUEPHODRANG | 23rd to 25th September |
12 | TAMSHING PHALA CHHOEPA | BUMTHANG | 24th to 26th September |
13 | THIMPHU TSHECHU | THIMPHU | 25th to 27th September |
14 | THANGBI MANI | BUMTHANG | 29th Sept to 01st October |
15 | JAMBAY LHAKHANG DRUB | BUMTHANG | 29th Oct to 02nd November |
16 | PRAKHAR TSHECHU | BUMTHANG | 30th Oct to 01st November |
17 | MONGAR TSHECHU | MONGAR | 20th to 23rd November |
18 | PEMAGATSHEL TSHECHU | PEMAGATSHEL | 20th to 23rd November |
19 | TRASHIGANG TSHECHU | TRASHIGANG | 21st to 24th November |
20 | NALAKHAR TSHECHU | BUMTHANG | 28th to 30th November |
21 | TRONGSA TSHECHU | TRONGSA | 21st to 23rd December |
22 | LHUENTSE TSHECHU | LHUENTSE | 21st to 23rd December |
Thursday, April 14, 2011
Bhutan Majestic Travel at Facebook
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Wednesday, March 9, 2011
What we need is less and what we don't want is more..........
Do you have the feeling, as I do, that in the tsunami of everyday life, we're getting too much of stuff we don't need, and not enough of what we do? Herewith my first set of suggestions about how to redress the imbalance:
| WE NEED LESS: | WE NEED MORE: |
| Information | Wisdom |
| Shallow billionaires | Passionate teachers |
| Self-promotion | Self-awareness |
| Multitasking | Control of our attention |
| Inequality | Fairness |
| Sugar | Lean protein |
| Action | Reflection |
| Super sizes | Smaller portions |
| Private jets | High-speed trains |
| Calculation | Passion |
| Experts | Learners |
| Blaming | Taking responsibility |
| Judgment | Discernment |
| Texting | Reading |
| Anger | Empathy |
| Output | Depth |
| Constructive criticism | Thank-you notes |
| Possessions | Meaning |
| Righteousness | Doing the right thing |
| Answers | Curiosity |
| Long hours | Longer sleep |
| Complaining | Gratitude |
| Sitting | Moving |
| Selling | Authenticity |
| Cynicism | Realistic optimism |
| Self-indulgence | Self-control |
| Speed | Renewal |
| Emails | Conversations |
| Winning | Win-win |
| Immediate gratification | Sacrifice |
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
Bhutan Tobacco Control Board Notification
Notification from the Tobacco Control Board
Please find attached the Notification from the Tobacco Control Board with regard to Tobacco for your kind reference and information. You may kindly inform your agents and clients accordingly of the new regulations pertaining sale, consumption and import of Tobacco products in the country.
Please find attached the Notification from the Tobacco Control Board with regard to Tobacco for your kind reference and information. You may kindly inform your agents and clients accordingly of the new regulations pertaining sale, consumption and import of Tobacco products in the country.
Monday, March 7, 2011
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