Banknote Bhutan 1 Ngultrum - Dragons - Simtokha Palace - 2013 - Serial I

The 1 Ngultrum banknote, issued by Bhutan in 2013, belongs to Series I. It measures 120 mm in length and 60 mm in width.

The front of the banknote is predominantly blue, printed on a complex multicolored background. The central element of the design is the Dharmachakra, positioned between two dragons (Druk). The inscriptions are in Latin and Tibetan. It includes the mention "Royal Monetary Authority of Bhutan" and the face value "One Ngultrum".

The back of the banknote features the Simtokha Dzong palace, located in the center. The inscription "ROYAL MONETARY AUTHORITY BHUTAN" also appears on the back, as well as the value "ONE NGULTRUM". The writing is in Tibetan.

The Dharmachakra, also known as the "wheel of dharma", is an important symbol in Indian religions such as Hinduism, Jainism, and Buddhism. The word "dharma" means "that which is established or firm", hence the name "wheel of law".

The Druk, or "thunder dragon", is a figure in Bhutanese mythology. It is a national symbol of Bhutan and is present on the country's national flag.

The Simtokha Dzong palace is a small dzong (fortress) that was built in 1629 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, a historical figure who unified Bhutan.

The printer of this banknote is August Osterrieth, based in Frankfurt am Main, Germany.