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Thimphu

Bhutan

About Thimphu

Thimphu, the charming capital, rests in the heart of the Himalayas, 2300 m above sea level, overlooking the Wang Chu river valley.Thimphu was established the capital of Bhutan in 1961. It is the world’s only capital without traffic lights. The people living in Thimphu have an enthusiasm that constantly challenges the country’s conservatism and proud tradition. The lifestyle of the Bhutanese is changing influenced by the western cultures. However, it is not difficult to sight, red-robed monks, men and women clad in gho and kira, professionals and office-goers with traditional shoes and scarf, and camera-exerting tourists all walk the beautiful streets of the capital.

Infrastructure

Trashi Chhoe Dzong - this Dzong (Fortress) houses the office of His Majesty’s Secretariat, the Ministry of Home and cultural Affairs, Ministry of finance, Cabinet Secretariat, GNH Commission and houses the central monastic body
Thimphu Drupchen - religious ceremony, Тhimphu Tshechu - religious festival.
Changangkha Temple - constructed in the 15th century, this is one of the oldest temples in the Thimphu Valley, and is dedicated to Avalokiteshvara, the Buddhist emanation of compassion. The temple affords wonderful views over the entire valley.
The National Memorial Stupa - located off Jangchhub Lam - a good place to visit in the evening when the locals are doing their evening prayers. The stupa was built in 1974 as a memorial to the third king.
The Textile Museum on the main street, Norzim Lam, has a display of exquisite Bhutanese textiles from the 1600s to the present day.
The National Institute of Traditional Medicine - an excellent place to have any chronic ailments diagnosed and treated using herbal compounds. Ensure to keep the prescription. If the medicine is effective, you might want to order more in the future. Open 9AM-3PM Mon to Sat and 9AM-1PM on Sat.
The National Library - houses a rare collection of Buddhist texts on the second floor, and there is a small selection of English books on Buddhism (mostly donated from Taiwan) and on Bhutan on the first floor. Open 9:30AM - 1PM & 2PM - 5PM Mon to Fri.
The Folk Heritage Museum located behind the National Library on Chhopel Lam allows visitors a peek into the traditional rural life of Bhutan. Open Mon-Fri 10:30AM to 4:30PM, Sat 10:30Am to 1Pm and Sun 11:30AM to 3:30PM.