“Land of the Thunder Dragon” is Bhutan’s poetic and evocative nickname, rooted in its ancient mythology and dramatic landscapes. Known as Druk Yul in Dzongkha, the national language, this name reflects the deep cultural reverence for the thunder dragon, or Druk, a powerful symbol in Bhutanese history and religion.
According to legend, thunder was believed to be the voice of the dragon, and Bhutan’s rulers, the Drukpa lineage, adopted it as a national symbol. The name also reflects Bhutan’s dramatic natural environment, with its thunderous storms, rugged mountains, and wild rivers that embody the spirit and mystique of the country.
