Phobjikha Valley: Bhutan's Hidden Gem of Biodiversity and Harmony

Ahuja, Bhawna

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@article{ Ahuja2025,
 title = {Phobjikha Valley: Bhutan's Hidden Gem of Biodiversity and Harmony},
 author = {Ahuja, Bhawna},
 journal = {IndraStra Global},
 number = {2},
 volume = {11},
 year = {2025},
 issn = {2381-3652},
 urn = {https://nbn-resolving.org/urn:nbn:de:0168-ssoar-101762-8},
 abstract = {Nestled in the lap of Bhutan's Black Mountains, the Phobjikha Valley is a place where nature and culture dance in quiet harmony. At 3,000 meters above sea level, this vast, bowl-shaped expanse in Wangdue Phodrang District is more than just a scenic postcard - it's a biodiversity hotspot, a designated Ramsar site, and a testament to Bhutan's unwavering commitment to living in balance with the earth. Known for its marshy wetlands, rolling pastures, and the iconic black-necked cranes that grace its winters, Phobjikha is a microcosm of the Himalayan kingdom's environmental ethos. But beneath its serene beauty lies a fragile ecosystem facing modern pressures, urging us to reflect on how such treasures can endure in a rapidly changing world.},
 keywords = {Bhutan; Bhutan; Biodiversität; biodiversity}}