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Bhutan King Coronation in 2008
31-year-old Jigme Khesar became Bhutan's first constitutional monarch in 2008. His coronation followed parliamentary elections and came at the end of a gradual two-year power transfer process from his father, aimed at helping Bhutan evolve into a more modern participant in the international community.
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Court musicians on the roof of dzhong (fortress and monastery) (Photo/VOA - S. Herman)
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Musicians taking a break, Novemeber 05, 2008 (Photo/VOA - S. Herman)
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Court musicians on the roof of 17th century dzhong (fortress and monastery) during Coronation ceremonies below, November 06, 2008 (Photo/VOA - S. Herman)
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Third Queen arrives (Photo/VOA - S. Herman)