These majestic birds are considered sacred and a symbol of longevity in Bhutan, where they are the subject of many folktales and songs. Black-necked Crane Festival (Bhutan)Ĭelebrated in the courtyard of Gangtey Goemba, one of the oldest and largest Nyingmapa monasteries in Bhutan, the Black-necked Crane Festival draws in large crowds of locals to celebrate the arrival of the endangered birds.
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