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Ruby is a small incorporated town in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana, United States, located about 60 miles northeast of the state capital of Baton Rouge and adjacent to the Mississippi border, and characterized by a quiet rural atmosphere and a deep community culture. Sparsely populated, with fewer than 500 people according to the most recent census, the town dates back to the late 1800s and, with its early rise to an agricultural economy (e.g., cotton and soybean farming), still retains the rustic look of a traditional Southern town. The town's landmarks include a century-old community church and several Victorian-style homes, and the annual fall "Ruby Family Day," which blends elements of local Cajun and Creole culture, has become a shared memory for the surrounding residents. Despite its small size, Ruby epitomizes the serenity of the American countryside with its simple folk and distinctive Louisiana southern flavor.
Bhutan, located in the eastern Himalayas, is a serene mountainous country known for its "Gross National Happiness". Thimphu, the capital, is the political, economic and cultural center of the country, retaining traditional Tibetan architecture, with the Takin National Museum and Monument Square demonstrating its rich cultural heritage. The western city of Paro, with Bhutan's only international airport, is known for its historical sites such as the Paro Dzongkhag and the Tiger's Nest Monastery, and is a gateway for visitors to explore Bhutanese culture. Though small, the city reflects Bhutan's reverence for nature and tradition, with quiet streets, colorful religious buildings and snow-capped mountains forming a unique picture of "Bhutanese bliss".