Bhutan: Land of Spirituality and Modernization: Role of Water in Daily Life

Book Description
Water is the medium through which the Bhutanese culture is explained, celebrated, and contextualized in this in-depth journey into the heart of Bhutan's central resource. Vibrant photographs display stunning native glacial and wetland ecosystems, ingenious wooden and chain bridges, traditional irrigation systems, and modern hydroelectric projects. The innovation and reverent spirit of the Bhutanese people emerges in this cultural tribute.


About the Author
Dieter Zürcher is a former environmental consultant. He is a resident coordinator of Helvetas and the Swiss agency for development. Kunzang Choden is the author of Bhutanese Tales of the Yeti and Folktales from Bhutan. She is a former program officer for the United Nations development program in Bhutan.



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Water is the medium through which the Bhutanese culture is explained, celebrated, and contextualized in this in-depth journey into the heart of Bhutan's central resource. Vibrant photographs display stunning native glacial and wetland ecosystems, ingenious wooden and chain bridges, traditional irrigation systems, and modern hydroelectric projects. The innovation and reverent spirit of the Bhutanese people emerges in this cultural tribute.


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