Demise of Tongphu Gyalpo
Demise of Tongphu Gyalpo
Journal of Bhutan Studies
Format:
Journal Article
Publication Year:
2004
Publisher:
The Centre for Bhutan Studies
Pages:
9-16
Sources ID:
126687
Visibility:
Public (group default)
Abstract:
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This article presents several oral myths from Thridangbi village in Mongar, Bhutan about a king of the Tongphu valley who was killed for ordering the removal of a mountain. The story serves to explain several place names including the name of Thridangbi village. (Ben Deitle 2006-02-09)
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Subjects:
Journal of Bhutan Studies