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Prayer beads wrapped round the wrist of a red-robed monk near Mongar. There is a special religious significance in having exactly 108 beads in a string
Two monks blow long horns called dung-chen, at the temple of Wangdue Phodrang Dzong (fortress). These copper or brass instruments create a low powerful sound
A long line of butter lamps burning at the Changangkha Temple, a fine 15th century temple, on the outskirts of Thimphu
A young monk holds his red robes as he runs across the courtyard of Wangdue Phodrang Dzong (fortress). This massive 17th century monastery is situated atop a high ridge between the Punak Tsang
The 17th century Punakha Dzong (the Palace of Great Happiness) is the second oldest and second largest dzong in Bhutan, and is arguably the most beautiful
This mural is common to many monasteries and tells the story of co-operation and unity amongst Buddha and his three disciples
The new Vajra Throne Buddha Dordenma has been erected on a hilltop overlooking Thimphu. The Chinese-made 169-foot-high gold-gilded bronze Buddha is the largest and most impressive in the world
A small Buddha shrine surrounded by wisteria in the Hotel Gangtey Palace, which is a superb hotel with wonderful views. The 100-year-old building, once a kings palace
Myanmar, Burma, Wan-seeing. A novice monk sounds the huge wooden gong outside the beautiful 15th or 16th century Wan-seeing monastery