Flag of Bhutan
Colors
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Meaning & Symbolism
Orange represents the Buddhist tradition, yellow the king's secular authority, and the white dragon (Druk) is the symbol of the country. The jewels in the dragon's claws represent wealth.
History
The current design was adopted in 1969. The dragon has been a symbol of Bhutan since the 19th century.
Curiosities
Bhutan's name in Dzongkha is "Druk Yul," meaning "Land of the Thunder Dragon." It is one of the few flags with a prominent dragon.
