CartThe Kingdom of Bhutan
Flag Colors & Description
The Bhutanese flag is divided diagonally from the lower hoist side corner. The upper triangle is yellow and the lower triangle is orange. A large black and white dragon facing away from the hoist side is centered along the dividing line.People
Population: 2,279,723 (July 2006 estimate) (growth rate): 2.1% (2006 estimate)
Gdp: $2.9 billion (2003 estimate) (per capita): $1,400 (2003 estimate)
Languages:
Dzongkha (official), Bhotes speak various Tibetan dialects, Nepalese speak various Nepalese dialects
Government
Capital: Thimphu
Government type: monarchy; special treaty relationship with India
Geography
Natural Resources: calcium carbonate, gypsum, hydropower, timber