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

Ahuja, Bhawna

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%T Phobjikha Valley: Bhutan's Hidden Gem of Biodiversity and Harmony
%A Ahuja, Bhawna
%J IndraStra Global
%N 2
%V 11
%D 2025
%K Phobjikha Valley
%@ 2381-3652
%~ IndraStra Global Publishing Solutions Inc.
%> https://nbn-resolving.org/urn:nbn:de:0168-ssoar-101762-8
%X 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.
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