Queen Jetsun Pema Attends the Launch of Bhutan Portrait of a Kingdom

Queen Jetsun Pema, Pico Iyer, Matthieu Ricard, Dasho Kinley Dorji, and Dasho Thinlay Norbu

On November 13, 2025, Queen Jetsun Pema launched Bhutan: Portrait of a Kingdom, a photography book celebrating the beauty, spirit, and heritage of Bhutan. The book features exclusive photographs, including several taken by King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck. The images are accompanied by texts written by Pico Iyer, Matthieu Ricard, and Dasho Dorji.

Queen Jetsun Pema, Pico Iyer, Matthieu Ricard, Dasho Kinley Dorji, and Dasho Thinlay Norbu

Queen Jetsun Pema, Pico Iyer, Matthieu Ricard, Dasho Kinley Dorji, and Dasho Thinlay Norbu

Queen Jetsun Pema, Pico Iyer, Matthieu Ricard, Dasho Kinley Dorji, and Dasho Thinlay Norbu

The project brought together world-renowned photographers who travelled across Bhutan in different seasons to capture the country’s diverse landscapes, living traditions, and everyday moments through their unique perspectives. Eleven photographers devoted their time and heart to this project, which was led by Dasho Thinlay Norbu.

Queen Jetsun Pema, Pico Iyer, Matthieu Ricard, Dasho Kinley Dorji, and Dasho Thinlay Norbu

Queen Jetsun Pema, Pico Iyer, Matthieu Ricard, Dasho Kinley Dorji, and Dasho Thinlay Norbu

Queen Jetsun Pema, Pico Iyer, Matthieu Ricard, Dasho Kinley Dorji, and Dasho Thinlay Norbu

Bhutan: Portrait of a Kingdom is published by the French publishing house Éditions du Pacifique in both English and French. The English edition will be released worldwide through online retailers and select bookstores in Asia, the UK, the US, and Australia. The French edition will be launched in Paris in December, followed by launches across Southeast Asia and a photographic exhibition in Paris in spring 2026.

Queen Jetsun Pema, Pico Iyer, Matthieu Ricard, Dasho Kinley Dorji, and Dasho Thinlay Norbu

Queen Jetsun Pema, Pico Iyer, Matthieu Ricard, Dasho Kinley Dorji, and Dasho Thinlay Norbu
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  1. غير معرف14/11/25 22:25

    Always a thrill to see coverage of the Bhutanese royals! The fabrics and colors are breathtakingly beautiful, as are the people. Fun to see the bright designs in the decor as well.

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  2. غير معرف15/11/25 00:53

    Would love to hear the beautiful Queen speak.


    Nia

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  3. غير معرف15/11/25 01:03

    Oh goodie. This book looks amazing and is going to be a lovely Christmas present to myself 😎
    Cinci

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  4. غير معرف15/11/25 01:24

    I never tire of seeing how beautifully dressed the Bhutanese people are. The rich colors fill every photo. The way the prints and colors are combined are delicious!

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  5. Beautiful, colored traditional gowns.

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  6. La Reîne est bien belle dans sa robe traditionnelle aux couleurs lumineuses !

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  7. La Reîne est bien belle dans sa robe traditionnelle aux couleurs lumineuses !

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  8. غير معرف17/11/25 22:38

    Beautiful Queen. Great and very colorful outfits.
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