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His Majesty Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, the 5th King of Bhutan
His Majesty Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, gives his first speech as the 5th King Of Bhutan on National Day in December of 2006.
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National Day
Three of the four Queens (married to the 4th King of Bhutan) look on as the new King gives his first speech to the nation.
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National Day
The women dancing are wearing traditional dress. The kira is a large piece of woven cloth that is wrapped around the body in a series of folds. As today is an important celebration, they are also wearing a rachu - the colorful sash which hangs in front.