Tshering's Map Story
Tshering resides in Thimphu, the capital city and largest urban area in Bhutan. He is a radio DJ for Kuzoo FM. Tshering is originally from Trongsa, a dzongkhag [dristrict] in central Bhutan. Trongsa dzongkhag is the origin of Bhutan's royal family and – along with other central Bhutanese dzongkhags like Bumthang, Punakha, and Wangduephodrang – is considered the 'heartland' of Bhutan. This area, like most of Bhutan, is quite rural and presents fewer opportunities for young adults like Tshering.
Tshering's personal locations are not exact for the sake of his privacy. Some public locations are given with more accuracy.
Where I live
I rent a small place in Thimphu and share it with my brother and cousin. I enjoy cooking. (Note: This is not the actual location)
Where I work
I work as a DJ at Kuzoo FM, a popular radio station in Bhutan that plays contemporary Bhutanese pop music. Because of this, my story is widely known in Bhutan.
At Work
I talk about my job, and here are some videos showing me at work at Kuzoo FM.
Walking in the city
I need to navigate Thimphu on foot to get where I want to go. I have a "map in my head."
Where I shop
This is the shop where I like to buy things. I can talk with the owner, who is young like me.
The place where I pray
I go to the lakhang [Buddhist temple] to make offerings and to pray.
Where I buy food to eat
Lots of good things to find at the Thimphu market.
My family's home
I am originally from Trongsa, but now I live in Thimphu for opportunities such as employment, social activities, and support.
Where I live
I rent a small place in Thimphu and share it with my brother and cousin. I enjoy cooking. (Note: This is not the actual location)
Where I work
I work as a DJ at Kuzoo FM, a popular radio station in Bhutan that plays contemporary Bhutanese pop music. Because of this, my story is widely known in Bhutan.
At Work
I talk about my job, and here are some videos showing me at work at Kuzoo FM.
Walking in the city
I need to navigate Thimphu on foot to get where I want to go. I have a "map in my head."
Where I shop
This is the shop where I like to buy things. I can talk with the owner, who is young like me.
The place where I pray
I go to the lakhang [Buddhist temple] to make offerings and to pray.
Where I buy food to eat
Lots of good things to find at the Thimphu market.
My family's home
I am originally from Trongsa, but now I live in Thimphu for opportunities such as employment, social activities, and support.