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Bhutan
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Capital: Thimphu
Population: 2.3mln
Religions: Lamaistic Buddhist, Hinduism
Languages: Dzongkha, Tibetan dialect, Nepalese dialect
Climate: There are four distinct seasons similar in their divisions to those of Western Europe. The Monsoon occurs between June and August when the temperature is normally between 8° and 21°C (46°-70°F). Temperatures drop dramatically with increases in altitude. Days are usually very pleasant (average about 10°C/50°F) with clear skies and sunshine. Nights are cold and require heavy woollen clothing, particularly in winter. Generally, October, November and April to mid-June are the best times to visit rainfall is at a minimum and temperatures are conducive to active days of sightseeing. The foothills are also very pleasant during the winter.
Currency: Ngultrum (BTN); Indian rupee (INR)
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Exact population: 2,279,723 note: other estimates range as low as 810,000 (July 2006 est.)
Literacy: Total population: 42.2%; male: 56.2%; female: 28.1%
Ethnicities: Bhote 50%, ethnic Nepalese 35% (includes Lhotsampas - one of several Nepalese ethnic groups), indigenous or migrant tribes 15%
Area: Total: 47,000 sq km; land: 47,000 sq km; water: 0 sq km
Land boundaries: Total: 1,075 km; border countries: China 470 km, India 605 km
Terrain: Mostly mountainous with some fertile valleys and savanna
Extremes: Lowest point: Drangme Chhu 97 m; highest point: Kula Kangri 7,553 m
Imports: Germany 41.8%, India 35.5%, Japan 9.2%, Austria 4.3% (2004)
Exports: India 85.6%, Bangladesh 6.7%, Japan 4.3% (2004)
Industries: Cement, wood products, processed fruits, alcoholic beverages, calcium carbide
Source: CIA World Factbook
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