The reserve is located some 15 minutes from Thimpu. The Takin is Bhutan's national animal and [t is an odd-looking animal, a cross between a goat and a bison. The reserve has a huge fenced enclosure which has raised walkways around the fence which give you the opportunity to look down on the Takin. The reserve also hosts some deer and various protected birds. There is a visitor centre and a small café has recently opened.

Here you get to see the National Animal of Bhutan, the Takin, up close. There are several enclosures where they can be seen wandering around. Also there are some injured buffalos being cared for and other animals and birds too. You walk around the enclosures on raised walkways,

The place was actually better than my expectation, you get to see cute takin and some other animals in the woods. I didn't want my guide to feel bored so we spent around 30-40 minutes, but if I'm there along I would have probably stayed for 1/2 hours lol. For all animal lovers or you're traveling along with children, you should consider visiting.

This is a beautiful zoo with some wild animals that have a habitat in the territory of Bhutan. We are talking about the wild animals like the takin - the national animal of Bhutan, then sambar and barking deer, wild boars, pheasants, etc. Here we took here a short break on the way to Wangdiste temple located above Dechenphodrang monastery. The zoo is quite well organized with enough space for the wild animals that are housed in it. This zoo is quite a popular place for locals and tourists to visit.

Join us on our second day in Bhutan as we explore the Royal Takin Preserve in Thimphu! This unique sanctuary is home to the Takin, Bhutan's national animal, and offers an incredible opportunity to see these majestic creatures in their natural habitat. Watch our short video to experience the beauty and tranquility of the preserve, learn about the Takins, and get travel tips for visiting this must-see attraction in Bhutan.