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Tashichho Dzong in Thimphu against forested hills

Bhutan

Thimphu

Thimphu is Bhutan's capital and its largest town, yet it still runs without a single traffic light. Tashichho Dzong, beside the Wang Chhu river, houses the throne room and government offices; the National Memorial Chorten draws a steady circle of devotees turning its prayer wheels; and the gilded Buddha Dordenma looks out over the valley from Kuensel Phodrang hill.

Top Attractions

  • Tashichho Dzong
  • Buddha Dordenma
  • National Memorial Chorten
  • Motithang Takin Preserve
  • Centenary Farmers' Market

Best Time to Visit

March to May, September to November

How to Reach

About 1 to 1.5 hours by road from Paro International Airport (roughly 55 km).

Gallery

The gilded Buddha Dordenma statue above Thimphu
The National Memorial Chorten in Thimphu
Prayer wheels at the National Memorial Chorten

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