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Did you know that there's a dragon on the national flag of Bhutan?
The national flag of Bhutan, a small Buddhist monarchy nestled high in the Himalayas, subtly tells the nation's unique story. Illustrated prominently on this flag, adopted in 1969, is the "Druk", an elaborate thunder dragon representing the Bhutanese name for their country, ‘Druk Yul’ or ‘Land of the Thunder Dragon’. The dragon is white, symbolizing purity and loyalty, holding jewels in its claws, representing wealth and perfection. The background is divided diagonally, the upper yellow half signifies the secular power and authority of the king, while the lower orange part stands for the practice of religion and the power of Buddhism, both equally important. Thus, the flag encapsulates the essence of Bhutan – a harmonious blend of tradition, spirituality, and monarchy.

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