Bhutan
27 30 N, 90 30 E
lowest point: Drangme Chhu 97 m
highest point: Kula Kangri 7,553 m
total: 1,075 km
border countries: China 470 km, India 605 km
violent storms from the Himalayas are the source of the country's name, which translates as Land of the Thunder Dragon; frequent landslides during the rainy season
timber, hydropower, gypsum, calcium carbonate
arable land: 2.3%
permanent crops: 0.43%
other: 97.27% (2005)
soil erosion; limited access to potable water
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 woolen 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.\nRequired clothing\nLightweight cottons in the foothills, also linens and waterproof gear, light sweaters and jackets for the evenings. Upland areas: woolens for evenings, particularly during the winter months.
time difference: UTC+6
