Yearbook 2006 Bhutan. King Jigme Singye Wangchuck passed away surprisingly in December 2006 and handed over power to his son, Crown Prince Jigme Khesar Namgyal Wangchuck. According to CountryAAH, major public holidays in Bhutan include Independence Day (August 8) and New Year (January 1). The king, who has ruled for 34 years, had previously said […]
