Samtse

Southern Bhutan's Samtse is home to a variety of communities, lush farms, and subtropical forests. It represents a distinct cultural and ecological aspect of Bhutan, shaped by natural richness and cross-border influences, thanks to its warm climate and strong agricultural origins.

• Geography & Agriculture: 1,582 sq km; elevation 600–3,800 m. Main crops: oranges, cardamom, ginger, areca nuts (exported to India/Bangladesh).
• Cultural Diversity: Lhotshampas, Doyas, Bumthaps, Tshanglas, Ngalongs, Khengpas, and Kurtoeps.
• Religions & Festivals: Buddhism and Hinduism widely practiced; festivals include Losar, Thrue, Lomba, Diwali, Dussehra.
• Industry & Education: Cement plants, food processing, cardboard factory, and Samtse College of Education (premier teacher-training institution since 1968).

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