CCLD02-026 - Construction of House

This recording shows the change in construction methods and materials in Thragom. The block was made by workers and local community members. Unlike in the past when house construction was a community affair, where everyone lent a hand, in this case, the construction of the house is assigned to the lowest bidder. This recording was made by Tashi Tshewang, a native of the Dakpa community of Thragom, Trashiyangte, Bhutan. The participants are Tshering, Chador, Ngawang Namgay, Ugyen, Drolay, and Sonam. Speaker(s)/Participant(s) Name(s) Tshering, Chador, Ngawang Namgay, Ugyen, Drolay, Sonam Age(s) (if known, approximate)- 55, 27, 52, 35, 52, 33 Village(s) of origin (if known)- Thragom. Language as given: