Category Archives: National Symbol
National Emblem
The emblem of Bhutan is used in official government publications such as legislation and websites. The emblem was first legally codified as a national symbol in the Constitution in 2008. The national emblem is rich in Buddhist
National Animal
The national animal is the Takin. This bovid is also associated with religious history and mythology. Today it is a rare animal, and its conservation status is “vulnerable.”It has a thick neck and short muscular legs.
National Tree
The Himalayan cypress (Cupressus torolusa) is the national tree of Bhutan. They are associated with religion, and may often be found near the religious structures and in the temperate zone between altitudes of 1800m and 3500m.
National Flower
The Himalayan blue poppy is the national flower of Bhutan where it grows to a height of 1 meter on the rocky mountain terrain, above the tree line at altitudes of 3500m to 4500m.
