Young Monks Receive An Unusual Surprise In Bhutan 🇧🇹

After traveling to over 40 countries, I got used to experiencing different sides of the world, learning about cultures and traditions, and seeing extremes that become normal after a while. Since I have been to Afghanistan, I have not experienced the "wow" effect since last year. But this has changed with my short visit to the Buddhist Kingdom of Bhutan.
Bhutan is the country that I believe is the most authentic in the world. It is probably the only country prioritizing "High Value, Low Volume" tourism. "High Value" relates to targeting mindful and responsible visitors, ensuring high revenue per visitor, and supporting a quality tourism infrastructure. Bhutan aims to avoid hyper-tourism and its damaging effect on the environment. The country currently allows only 300,000 visitors per year, which was much less in the past years.
After stepping into Bhutan, let me say I have been officially in every South Asian country. There are so many unique things about Bhutan that are very surprising to the rest of the world:
1. "Bhutan" translates to "Land of the Thunder Dragon."
2. Thimpu is one of only two capital cities in Asia without a single traffic light. (The other is Pyongyang, North Korea.)
3. Bhutan is one of the last countries to introduce television to its people. The government lifted a TV and Internet ban only 25 years ago.
4. National dress is compulsory for Bhutanese citizens.
5. Bhutan has never been conquered.
6. Bhutanese people love chillies.
7. Mountaineering is now banned, as the highest peaks are considered sacred.
8. All tourists must pay a 200 USD fee per day just to be in the country.
9. Bhutan is the ONLY carbon-negative country in the world.
10. Bhutan is known for its unique Gross National Happiness (GNH) philosophy.
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0:00 - Morning In The Hotel;
9:35 - Buddha Dordenma Statue;
17:25 - Stone Artist & His Work;
21:43 - My Nepali Love In Bhutan(momo);
34:32 - Dochula Chorten (108 stupas);
38:43 - Shopping For Young Monks;
52:57 - Unusual Surprise For Young Monks;
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If I visit Bhutan I will not return back to Germany. Man I love this country. They are very unique from the rest of the world. Their clothes, infrastructure, decorations, flag, writings, even they are the only CO2 free country in the world. Wow. No wonder they are the most happiest people in whole Asian continent. Btw your guide is amazing and she got a pretty smile I like it. Enjoy your time in Bhutan where you can breath fresh air in the world. Danke!

[@BFM007-UgyenCena]

Love from Bhutan 🇧🇹 visit again sir

[@AKSAshish]

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[@Davud_Akh]

Thank you so much 🙏🏼

[@user-fy1tb2hh1x]

I am from Bhutan, you are most welcome, to be frank, the guide’s explanation is quite brief to understand a vast culture, lifestyle, history and many more.

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🇧🇹 So amazing! Thank you, Davud, for sharing your experience with us!

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[@Davud_Akh]

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[@pemtsheringgeshing6361]

Thank you Mr. Davud for your kind gesture, you are so generous. “As Bodhicitta is so precious, may it grow and flourish”. Lots of love from Bhutan 🇧🇹

[@Southfloridavibes]

Davud, it's amazing watching your vlogs, you are so kind always helping and putting a smile on people's faces. The scene with the young monks was so touching, it's hard to wrap my head around the fact of giving my kid to a monastery where they would stay till adulthood and maybe the rest of their lives is so sad. But I guess that's their tradition which we in the western world could never understand. May they be Blessed. Thank you again Davud. I'm gonna watch another one of your vlogs now.

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You are kind man.Always helping

[@moonyjn]

You are such a humble man. Welcome to Bhutan, it’s a pleasure to receive such a wonderful person in our country Tashi delek !

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The best video from Bhutan!! This channel is incredible! Well done brother!!

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Over the last week or two I've been watching your travels and adventures on your videos. It's great that you show the less popular destinations that most of us will never see. Davud, you really are living your dream, you're a lucky man, enjoy every moment.

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Please visit Bhutan! You won't regret!

[@Davud_Akh]

Thank you and very much appreciated🙏🏼❤️

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your tourist guide is so kind and helpful .. Love from 🇵🇭 | Always watching your vlog mr davud

[@Davud_Akh]

Thank you for following 🙏🏼❤️

[@kothahok21]

This bhutan series is so overwhelming. It has always been in my bucketlist to visit Bhutan. Now even more. Great country & great videos as always Davud.

[@BuddhikaUkwatte]

Usually I used to watch your vlogs because of it's saturation of the humbleness, very honesty & the pure presentation. Already I watched 03 to 04 videos where you were filming in Sri Lanka 11 months back. Absolutely woow. Keep uploading. We wanna see more about the globe by your third eye. Good Luck. Loving Regards from Sri Lanka..

[@Davud_Akh]

Always love to Sri Lanka 🇱🇰

[@tomdurover]

WoW man I really want to go to Bhutan ❤ The Gho is really cool

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You are Wellcome sir If need any help to come Let it know la

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Please visit Bhutan. You won't regret sir!

[@tomdurover]

Hopefully in the future ❤️

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[@tsheringchoden231]

Thank you for being so helpful to my people ❤❤❤ from Bhutan 🇧🇹 Wil remember you in my prayers 🙏

[@user-dr7yd1tc1s]

Very kind of you Davud that was one of the best thing you have done supporting children and old people are my favorite you keep doing what you're doing good work. ❤

[@tshokar]

No words for such a humble person. Much appreciated for your kind actions.

[@ArmyyMiarmyyy]

Davud thank you so much for giving gifts to monk and I on behalf of monks and also as a Bhutan citizen would like to thank you from the bottom of my heart. I feel joy when you help needy people 🥺🥺

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I’m your new subscriber. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for being a very kind and generous. May peace prevail on earth 🌍. Thank you once again

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[@Modern_Gypsy]

Special episode and your guide is great and adds so much to the video.

[@nima3699]

The vlogs is so wholesome and humanely beautiful ❤

[@SangaydolmaskitchenRigzin]

Aww you are so kind hearted ❤

[@kinleydorji895]

You are doing great and spreading humanity through giving to the needy, and sharing love and respect la. Love for you too🙂

[@mialesaguis]

Your travels and the kindness you spread is truly heart warming and inspirational to watch. Bless your heart Davud. God protect and keep you safe always. 🙏🏻💕

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hi Davud nice beautiful Bhutan one of my dreams county to visit i have a friend there were always chatting im your subscriber and follower from Philippines enjoy thete in Bhuta

[@cloude4975]

Thank you for visiting Bhutan and helping ppl love ua work

[@choten9878]

Hi Davud.you are so gentle and intention to help local economy is fabulous idea.keep going.seen you doing all around the world.

[@lalthantluangarenthlei9462]

One thing that i noticed from this video, when they received something ,they take them with their both hands,that's impressive ❤

[@JayanRajan-pv3ke]

From the video it seems this beautiful country is sparsely populated. No traffic hindrance, no blaring of horns repeatedly, overall a nice kingdom. The guide and the driver were exceptionally kind people. The monastery visit with all those little monks and your presents for them is praiseworthy. A very noble heart indeed. Thank you Davud.

[@dorjiwangchuk1936]

Good to see your kind gesture for my country and we pray for your good health. Thank you for visiting Bhutan and do visit again

[@bubonicdoc79]

Your tour guide is absolutely beautiful ❤

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Thank you so much sir for exploring our country to the world❤

[@karmajamtsho8428]

I love the way you think. It's really nice to see you support every small business u pass.. world needs more human like you ❤

[@kimikizz552]

Glad that you liked it! welcome to Bhutan have a pleasant day here 🤩🤗

[@lhachodorjee5041]

Tank you Davud. Such an amazing gesture of your kind and generous visit to Bhutan. Really enjoyed your video. More so is I loved your kind heart. Thank you and may god bless you.

[@seldendrukpa9000]

Woow your looking great with wearing our national gho... Very Warm welcome to Bhutan.

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Thank you very much for sharing happiness 😍😍😍😍

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Following your vlogs Davud,thanks for showing Bhutan beautiful arts and architecture works.makes all amazing.❤

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He is so kind ❤❤ thank you so much sir

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Hello Davud, have been waiting for your vlogs from Bhutan

[@lifeinkuwait13]

Very welcome to our country Bhutan.. Good to see your generosity and positivity around the community. Hope your stay will be memorable and have a fruitful stay.. hope to see you again in our country…

[@kinleydorji8305]

Thank you Davuad. Sending love and prayers from Bhutan.

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Davud you are a great human being .I take my hat off to you. It's a pleasure to watch your videos. Take care.

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What a kind hearted man!❤

[@phubgyeltshen9688]

Hi Davuad, Appreciate your generosity and kindness whenever you go. May your life be filled with blessings and success.🇧🇹

[@Sonam_tobden]

Thank you Davud sir for helping towards my people and small monks, you indeed have a heart of gold, and i am proud that i have subscribed you from 2022, love from Bhutan 🇧🇹 sir!! Enjoy your stay out here!!

[@kinzangchoden4482]

Really appreciated thank you for visiting our country ....

[@shering808]

Indeed Bhutan is soo beautiful. Your lucky that you got opportunity to explore this beautiful kingdom

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[@mugewara3638]

I hope you had a great stay in Bhutan. Thank you for coming 🙇‍♀️🫡

[@aksbs11]

Great work Davud . I respect you a lot..

[@Lamafadu]

Waw you so such humble , helping brother . Lovely 😍 I'm from Nepal right now I'm in UAE thank you❤ I'm yours Big fan 🤛👊

[@DP-dv3kk]

Thank you for visiting Bhutan and supporting the local business

[@wanderbeard]

Congrats on completing your travels to all the South Asian countries. Bhutan looks incredible! ✌

[@lhadharla1382]

You're such a wonderful person with a kind heart, bringing so many smiles to the faces of the monks. What a delightful tourist guest we've had! @Davud Sir

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Thank you Sir❤

[@kuenzangkunjutenzin9171]

Appreciate your work sir ❤

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Sir you do good job to help poor people.God always blessing u

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Thanks brother.

[@pamcee6813]

I recently found your channel. As a bhutanese myself, I love you visiting Bhutan 🇧🇹 and sharing all your experiences. But your guide seems little shy and couldn’t explain in more details. You are so kind and nice person.

[@Usser372]

waitng for the next video right now!!!!

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❤ Love from the Philippines! As if i am now travelling too in Bhutan country so beautiful!!

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Following your channel from day one and I’m impressed with your content. Seeing my country through your lens makes me feel ecstatic and thanks for your generosity & kindness. Warm welcome to you brother. Enjoy and keep up your good work!!!

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So you are so kind … nice people …..we are love you❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@kinleydorji895]

Enjoy the tour la, wish you good health, beautiful moments and happiness....Dear Sir 💓

[@michellewong4774]

Wow...it reminds me of my trip to Bhutan 5 yrs ago on a wheelchair!.. Utterly kind of you to donate to the little monks in the Monastery. Bless yr heart.I m 🙏

[@nubgodxgaming250]

Thank you very much sir....for visiting Bhutan I was eagerly waiting for these days to come😅🤍

[@ptshering6079]

Hi Davuad Thank you for visiting our country Bhutan. You are really humble and respectful man. Always fun watching ur video.. keep uploading more.

[@jackys8128]

Bless your big heart Davud ❤ Bhutan seems very beautiful and a peaceful country.

[@tseringyoudon7776]

kusug sangpo la! my face was smily throughout the video for the wonderful and kind gesture you make here. really rejoice your good deeds. thank you for the wonderful experience Davud. kadhrin che la

[@jamyangp226]

Thankyou for visiting bhutan ❤

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What a lovely person you are

[@YameteKudasai07]

Hi Davud , you are the most generous and kind person I have ever seen. Glad you are having a great time in Bhutan. By the way they are praying for your good health, well-being and prosperity in life. Love from Bhutan 🇧🇹

[@margaretakwa5687]

Davud ,one thing I have notice in you is you always wanted people's to feel happy,and you don't want see someone's ad or hungry ,the country is a little expensive yet you are putting smile on people's ❤ face.you are

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Bhutan looks so amazing.❤

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I watched your vlog very especial I appreciated your vlog and learned well appreciated for your giving

[@user-fw2qy6kp3b]

Thank You sir Davud for visiting Bhutan la. I have been seeing your video from long time and i have never expected you would visit Bhutan. You have such a way of putting words in communication i mean very simple, fluently and understandable. Thank you for presenting Bhutan to the world and showing position energy to it. Kardinchyy 🙏

[@ChancePike]

soo glad you are visiting home :)

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Great to see you being very generous to Bhutanese people.❤❤❤

[@rocketaroo]

The guide is a lovely person

[@TsheringZangmo-oz4kq]

Thank you so much for visiting our country and we are very thankful to you for being so kind and so good to our people and giving gifts and many more, We really appreciated your kindness and we the Bhutanese are happy to have had you in our country. Once again thank you and tashi delek la😊 Your most loved subscriber

[@kinleydendup6904]

Hello Mr. David, I have been watching your videos since a couple of months. I am Bhutanese, you are so kind and helpful to needy people. I really appreciate your kindness. Keep going. Actually I was longing to see you in person but seems you planning to cit short your duration in Bhutan. You should have extend your stay and explore indepth Bhutanese culture by touring eastern part of the country. Your guide is kind and nice trying to explain everything but still shortfalls . Please try to visit again in future . Good luck.

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Hi Davud ❤ from ශ්‍රී ලංකා 🇱🇰🇱🇰

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Thank you for your kindness and support 🙏 Enjoy your stay la.

[@janeldunn65]

Again you did a lovely thing for the young monks ❤ they looked really sad I thought ..

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Thanks for giving books and other.🇧🇹🇧🇹🇧🇹👍👍👍👍😍😍😍😍

[@Leandro-sk5mt]

Watching your vlog has afforded us the chance to see the different cultures and beauty of the places you visited. I hope you've got to visit all the countries in the world. You're a lucky man sir. You're living your dreams. Besides, your generosity is priceless. God bless sir.

[@blackdrukpa]

That old lady became so happy and offered you something in return. It was so emotional for me. Pal den drukpa gyelo!

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Your so kindness man …thanks from Tibetan 👍👍👍🙏

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You are super humble & full of humanity Person Good luck brother ❤❤❤

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I never missed ur vlog Davud ❤️❤️sending u lots of love and wishes from Tibet💓u r really a kind and very good human being💓

[@pashanglama]

David you have big heart

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Amazing experience in Bhutan, ❤🇧🇹🇱🇰