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Bhutan is a small, landlocked country in the Himalayas, with a population of around 780,000 people (2023 estimate). This makes the tens of thousands of volunteers building 108 stupas a remarkably high proportion of its population, showcasing strong community engagement for the new Gelephu Mindfulness City project.
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