Bhutan sets Guinness world record by building 108 stupas in nine hours

About <b>40,000 trained volunteers</b> created history in Bhutan by erecting 108 Buddhist stupas in just nine hours, securing a prestigious Guinness World Record. This massive community effort laid the spiritual foundation for the country's ambitious <b>Gelephu Mindfulness City</b>, which is envisioned as an ethical global economic and spiritual hub in the Himalayas. According to The Hindu, the monumental feat highlights the unique cultural dedication and collective unity of Bhutanese citizens in building their future economic center. The Gelephu project aims to blend modern economic development with traditional Buddhist mindfulness values, setting a unique benchmark for sustainable urban planning worldwide. This inspiring milestone demonstrates how traditional values and community participation can drive massive modern developmental projects. As Bhutan steps forward with its unique mindfulness-based economic vision, the world watches closely to see how spirituality and modern infrastructure can successfully merge on such a grand scale.