Royal wedding frenzy grips Bhutan
Mass public celebrations for king’s wedding are proving to be a boon for Himalayan nation’s economy.
Published On 12 Oct 2011
Despite its modesty and simplicity, the first royal wedding under Bhutan’s democratic constitutional monarchy is fast becoming a national affair for the people.
With everyone gearing up for this weekend’s public festivities, the wedding of King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and 21-year-old Jetsun Pema is becoming a boon to the Himalayan nation’s economy.
Al Jazeera’s Harry Fawcett reports from Thimphu.
Source: Al Jazeera