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| Hello I am Jigme Wangmo Yangzom from Bhutan. I'm 18 years old and I am also a participant in jamboree held at South Korea. In this picture I'm wearing my national dress while visiting Changangkha Lhakhang(temple) located in Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan. |
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| This is after arriving at the campsite for Jamboree located at Saemangeum, South Korea. Upon reaching we meet scouts from Thailand, with whom we are sharing the camp with. They were all nice and friendly making the Jamboree more fun. |
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| As of here, it's the Samsung transportation museum that we visited at Yongin city. It was fun discovering various models of cars and looking around the museum was also enjoyable. |
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| And here, we went to look around Yongin city and also went to eat at a restaurant there. The place a mesmerizing and the food was very delicious there. |
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| We all got to stretch and do some yoga at Samsung life insurance and human centre. |
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| And also had fun designing our own fan with the help of the mentors present there. |
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| Here we learned the choreography for super shy a kpop song by one of the most popular girl group, New Jeans. It was an interesting program even when I'm a bad dancer since I always liked kpop. |
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| Lastly the closing ceremony, where all the scouts gathered at the 2002 world cup stadium at Seoul. There we got to watch the performances of popular K-pop groups like New Jeans, NCT dreams, Itzy and many more. It can be said that it was one of the most memorable moments at Jamboree. I enjoyed alot and also my dream of attending a K-pop concert was fulfilled. |
Hello I am Jigme Wangmo Yangzom from Bhutan. Today I am going to introduce Wangdue Dzonkhag and particularly my village which is known as Samtengang. In Bhutan there are 20 dzongkhags and Wangdue is one of it. In each dzonkhag there is located a dzong.
This is the dzong which is located at wangdue.
Each dzongkhags also consists of gewogs and many different villages. My village (Samtengang) is popular for it's peaceful and beautiful environment. The most popular spot is the lake near the highschool.
This is the evening view near the lake.
Bhutanese are very religious and in many places there are lhakhangs where the visit during auspicious days and offer butter lamps and pray for the wellbeing of there loved ones.
This is one of the lhakhang located near our village where people visit to pray and prostate. This lhakhang is known as Sewgang Lhakhang.
Life a a journey, not a destination. You got an opportunity to participate and interact with diverse people. Feel proud of it and make the difference. Embrace your movement and showcase your learning to other friends. Wow Wonderful journey.
ReplyDeleteYes, thanks
DeleteWow…great, proud of you..
ReplyDeleteHello Jigme! Your national dress is beautiful. What does it represent or symbolize in Bhutanese culture?
ReplyDeleteHello 👋
DeleteBhtans national dress for women that I wore is known as Kira and Driglam Namzha is the official guideline for the etiquette and dress code in Bhutan. It was first introduced by Zhandrung Ngawang Namgyel in 17th century. Our national dress symbolize our unique cultural identity and showes that all the citizens are united.
Thank you for responding! The history and cultural significance of your national dress are fascinating.
DeleteYour jamboree experience sounds incredible too! What was your favorite part of the jamboree?
I would say my favorite part of the Jamboree was the kpop concert.
DeleteI have always liked kpop music and it was one of my dream to attend a concert. Therefore the kpop concert where alot of popular kpop groups performed was the most memorable event for me.
Hello 👋
ReplyDeleteBhtans national dress for women that I wore is known as Kira and Driglam Namzha is the official guideline for the etiquette and dress code in Bhutan. It was first introduced by Zhandrung Ngawang Namgyel in 17th century. Our national dress symbolize our unique cultural identity and showes that all the citizens are united.
Wow. you had a great time i think! Korea is very good country you know. I also think Bhtans is a very good country too. I hope to go to Bhtans. See you later!
ReplyDeleteI also hope to meet you too. If you ever come to Bhutan then feel free to contact me.
DeleteI heard Jamboree was hot, how hot was it?
ReplyDeleteIt was very hot for me since in Bhutan I live where the temperature remains quite cold, so the temperature there was very hot for me. The normal temperature was around 40 degree I think.
Deleteyou had a great time in korea. I want to visit Bhutan
ReplyDeleteYes i had a great time at korea.
DeleteDo visit Bhutan 🇧🇹
Dear, Jigme Wangmo Yangzom
ReplyDeleteHi, I'm Hyo-ryung An from Korea. I'm a college student who will become an elementary school teacher in Korea. I'm currently attending GYEONGIN NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF EDUCATION, and I'm taking Professor Kim's class. Recently, I became interested in Bhutan, so I'm producing a textbook to introduce Bhutan to elementary school students. I heard that you will participate in GG Summer School online this year, but I was asked by Professor Kim, so maybe I can participate in GG Summer School with you and help you in Korea. - Nice to meet you.
But I have a lack of information about Bhutan and I want to know more details, so ask Professor Kim I-jae for his contact number, I contacted you. If possible, could you answer my question?
1. I heard that Bhutan is a country where 97 percent of its people are happy, and the country also puts the happiness of its people first. As a citizen of Bhutan, do you really feel that most of your people are happy? (Korea is a very depressing country, with the number one suicide rate.) Can you listen to your opinion and tell me why you think it is a country where most people are happy? I want to reflect it in Korean education.
2. Since you are 18, you will think about your career path after graduating from school. How is the job situation in Bhutan? I'm curious about the economic situation related to your job.
3. Watching the movie "Yak in the Classroom", internet usage was not as comfortable as Korea. Even foreigners can't travel to Bhutan. From a Korean point of view, Bhutan seems more closed than open, but do you think it's culturally closed for generations like you? I'm curious about your free thoughts and feelings on this.
4. Related to the previous question, as a Bhutan teenager who has traveled to Korea, is there the biggest difference you feel in Korea and Bhutan?
5. I saw that you live in Tempu, the capital of Bhutan, is there any cultural heritage or nature you would like to introduce to Korean students?
I'm sorry for contacting you so suddenly.
I think you must have been surprised because there were so many questions.
If you can reply, please feel free to reply.
I'm always welcome to you.
Let's meet at GG summer camp.
From. Hyo Ryung An
So nice questions! I’m very thrilled to know that bhutan puts their people’s happiness first than the others, so i would like to know the measures(policies) that’ve been putted in process.we would like to see your reply jigme😊😊
Delete1)I think that it's true that most of Bhutanese are happy because in Bhutan we value GNH(Gross National Happiness) which measures the happiness of the people rather than focusing on the GDP. The education and health facilities are free for all the citizens and also there are organizations such tarayana foundation center,renew and etc which helps the people in need.
DeleteOne of the reason is that the love that His majesty the king have for his citizens is unconditional.
2. The government provides lots of opportunities to youths. They are employed based on the skill they have. The government also tries to support you financially if you want to start your own business. It is true not all the graduates are employed in government services but they do advocate to take part in private sectors and start their own enterprise. The economy of our country is not strong as it is a small country. The country is trying to do the best for the people.
3. When it comes to the internet assisabilities, now all the schools are connected with the internet. Yes in the movie Yak in the classroom, they portrayed the classroom without internet but now all the schools are connected with the internet. Bhutan has been open to world since 1971 and we have lots of ties with other countries. So many tourists visit our country though the fees are high. The policy of tourism is Low volume High Value.
4. As a Bhutanese teenagers who got the opportunity to visit Korea. It was amazing to see the skyscraper and a well developed country with advanced infrastructure, digital advancement and technology. Bhutan does lack behind modern amenities but we are fortunate to have a safe ambience with value based culture.
5. Thimphu is the capital city of Bhutan. We have lots of cultural heritage in and out of the capital. About 70% of land is covered by forest. Bhutan is proud to say we have diverse biodiversity and carbon negative country. Tourists visit our country to enjoy the rich heritage and national Flora and Fiona. In Bhutan we also have religious festival such as tshechu and dromches which is annually held in each dzongkhags or districts to remark the arrival of Buddhism.
I like your post
ReplyDeleteThanks alot
DeleteHii Jigme and welcome to the GG network :) wow Bhutan is such an interesting country, really happy that you are here and give us some insight :)
ReplyDeleteI'm Joelle, a geographer from Germany and currently living in Seoul. Helping Prof. Kim with the summer school, so if you participate we will see each other there!
Hyo Ryung An has already asked so many interesting questions!! The concept of gross national happiness is wonderful. It is unique that a country puts the wellbeing of their people above the econmy, feel like Bhutan has figured out the focus for a fulfilling life and I wish other countries take it as an example :) free education and healthcare is amazing! It is good to hear there are governments like that. It might be a bit far-fetched, but kind of reminds me of the Korean King Sejong, who lived around 1400, who invented the Korean alphabet because he wanted everyone in his country to be easily able to read and write. There's some great minds out there!
I have some follow-up questions, if you are not tired of answering haha
How do working policies look like in Bhutan? For example, how many work hours per week are typical and how many holiday days? And how is happiness ensured at work?
Both in Germany and Korea, burnouts and unhappiness at the work place are common.. would be interesting to know solutions of other countries.
And it is very interesting that Bhutan is a carbon negative country! I read that it is due to its large forests and the use of hydroelectric power. Despite that, is Bhutan also facing environmental challenges? Are there for example endangered species and conservation efforts?
And how is it regarding plastic waste in Bhutan? That is a major challenge in Korea at the moment, you probably have noticed the widespread use of plastic while you were here. It is also topic of the world environment day which will be held in Jeju; they want to become plastic-free. So any ideas from around the world would help :)
Thank you so much in advance! Happy to hear from you, and if you have questions about Korea or Germany, feel free to ask anytime
Many greetings from Seoul
Joelle
Hello, Jigme Wangmo Yangzom! :) My name is Jinuk Oh! You can call me Mr. Jin! I'm living in Seoul, Korea. Your post is so good! Have a nice day!
ReplyDeleteI have some questions! I'm curious about the place you want to recommend the most in Bhutan! And what did you like the most about Korea? I think it would be nice if you could tell me your favorite music or food ^__^
p.s. I hope you can visit my post.
https://saebeomi.blogspot.com/2025/04/ginue-friend-jin-from-seoul-to-canada.html
Hello, Jigme Wangmo Yangzom!! 😊
ReplyDeleteMy name is Gabin Byeon, and I'm currently a student at Gyungin National University of Education in Anyang, South Korea.
You can just call me Betty!
I'm really excited to connect with you and learn more about your life, your country, and your dreams!
If you don't mind, I'd love to ask a few questions:
What is your favorite place in your country?
Is there something about your culture or traditions you want others to know?
As for me, I’m studying Elementary Education because I hope to become a teacher someday. 🌟
One day, I hope I can visit your country and experience it in person!
P.S. I also wrote a short post here! I hope you can check it out:
👉 https://saebeomi.blogspot.com/2025/03/ginue-friend-betty-from-yangcheon-gu-to.html
Looking forward to hearing from you soon! 💬🌏