Thimphu – The Heart of Dragon Country
The capital city of the Last Himalayan Kingdom, Thimphu is the largest and the most bustling cities in Bhutan. One of the most picturesque tourist destinations in Western Bhutan, this city is a perfect mix of tradition, cultures, diverse history, and modern marvels. Shrouded as the capital city in 1961 by His Majesty Druk Gyalpo Jigme Dorji Wangchuck III, this promising city flaunts its beauty high at an average elevation of 2,248-2,648m. Well, this also makes this city on of the highest capitals in the world!
While the city is known to be a treasure trove for the history lovers and spiritual travellers, it also has an amazing fan base for the globetrotters with an inclination towards electrifying nightlife. This is one such place in Bhutan, that is dotted with modern restaurants, nightclubs, bustling shopping malls, social gathering spots, a range of tourist points, and other modern amenities, Thimphu is surely a not-to-be missed tourist destination in Bhutan.
Best Time to Visit Thimphu: Spring (March to May) and Autumn (September to November)
Thimphu offers an opportunity to break away from a rigid tour itinerary and enjoy Bhutan's best dining, shopping and nightlife. In place of the traditional, Thimphu offers the realisation of the Bhutanese dream: contented people embracing the modern world, but doing so on their own terms.
Thimphu
Kuensel Phodrang (Buddha Point)
Dechen Phodrang Monastery
Places to Visit in Thimphu
Tashichho Dzong Fortress, Kuensel Phodrang (Buddha Point), Changangkha Lhakhang, Clock Tower Square, Dechen Phodrang, Memorial Chorten, Dochula Pass, Simtokha Dzong, Centenary Farmers’ Market, Institute for Zorig Chusum, National Institute of Traditional Medicine, National Library of Bhutan, The Folk Heritage Museum, Takin Preserve, The National Textile Museum, Zangto Pelri Lhakhang
Changangkha Lhakhang - Thimphu
Simtokha Dzong
Zangto Pelri Lhakhang
Motithang Takin Preserve
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