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- Jitendra GDubai, United Arab Emirates9 contributionsThis place always brings in the calmness in a person. A great location for capturing good photographs on a clear day. The days can sometimes be cloudyWritten 25 June 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- UgyenNoida, India286 contributionsBuddha Dordenma: Sitting on top of Kuensel Phodrang hill is a huge statue of 51.5-m bronze statue of Buddha (founder of Buddhism).
The Buddha Dordenman. Interestingly, the statue itself is the home for over 100,000 smaller statues of Buddha, made from bronze and gold.
The site also offers unobstructed views over the Thimphu Valley - especially stunning at sunsetWritten 27 May 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. - UgyenNoida, India286 contributionsMust visit for those who visit Thimphu, one of the best place to explore and understand Bhutanese beautiful and great architurture. also most insta captioned place of Thimphu. MUST Visit. for visitors there will be special guideline and timing , please do check from relevant source or from tourism office/brochures for details.Written 1 September 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- GdaxGulf Breeze, FL231 contributionsHave a picture ready in your phone that you want memorialized in a Bhutanese stamp. They will download it and print you 12 stamps with a Tigers Nest background. You can keep them as a souvenir or actually use them to send a postcard!Written 8 November 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- AZCasualTravelerMesa, AZ1,831 contributionsThe National Memorial Chorten was built in memory of Third Druk Gyalpo and is dedicated to World Peace.
The Thimphu Chorten is a nice place to visit that is located near Thimphu city center. When we had arrived, there was a nice size crowd already here - turning the prayer wheels, walking around the Stupa and paying tribute.
The atmosphere at the Stupa was peaceful and relaxing - the grounds around the Stupa is like a well manicured park area - green grass and nice ambiance.Written 15 May 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. - UgyenNoida, India286 contributionsThis place is must visit for me at least once in a year to make offering and seek blessings from the local local deity as I was born in and brought up in Thimphu. Almost all kids who are born in Thimphu and was brought here after 3 days of birth by their parents have to do the same. Am Sure everyone will understand why is it so?
But for Tourist if your are spiritual and is seeking blessings can always visit.
Dont forget to carry your Kabney and Rachu if your are bhutanese. Foreigners i think its exceptional.Written 6 November 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. - AZCasualTravelerMesa, AZ1,831 contributionsThe National Institute for Zorig Chusum in Thimphu was created by the government to promote Bhutan's traditional contemporary art forms. I have read that the words "Zorig Chusum" literally means "Thirteen Crafts." The thirteen Bhutan art forms are: Traditional Painting, Sculpturing, Wood Carving, Calligraphy, Paper making, Bronze Casting, Embroidery, Weaving, Carpentry, Masonry, Bamboo and cane weaving, Gold/Silver Smithy, Black smithy.
The Institute has various classrooms with instructors who teach students these 13 art forms. After the students are taught these various art forms, they are then tested to determine their knowledge of these art forms. When our small group tour was visiting the Institute, there were several classrooms that were "Closed for Testing" with a sign on the door(s) indicating that testing was in progress. The items or goods that are made in the classrooms are being sold at the Institute's gift shop or "Showroom", and at various gift shops throughout Thimphu city.
In summary, the National Institute for Zorig Chusum was quite interesting - knowing that Bhutan's government is genuinely interested in keeping Bhutan's rich history in it's 13 art forms.Written 15 May 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. - kavyaBirur, India6 contributionsV beautiful well maintained monument being one of d oldest dzong oh bhutan.one can feel the calmness thanks to the holy atmosphere and serene nature around...worth a visitWritten 10 January 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- UgyenNoida, India286 contributionsIts Bhuddhist Institute and monastery. Also Pilgrimage place for Buddhist.
Max 30 Minutes walk from road.Written 2 February 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. - jigmedorji746@gmail.com1 contributionthe environment were good. the place was good . the near by neighbours are wellmeing and after all the place is good to view and to have good ride near by village if i get timesWritten 16 January 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- RupsSilchar, India58 contributionsThe place is situated in the middle of the town THIMPU . Lots of shop are near by but the place is less crowded and any one can a nice time hereWritten 2 May 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- jeffrey hMooloolaba, Australia184 contributionsWe went here with another couple we meet very interesting place to visit so much history but they're are a lot of places like thisWritten 22 November 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- AZCasualTravelerMesa, AZ1,831 contributionsThe Pangri Zampa Monastery is also the site of the College of Astrology in Thimphu and the location of this Monastery could not be any better. It is situated in a very nice quiet, green valley not to far from Thimphu. One thing that is not to be missed here - check-out the giant cypress tree here at the Monastery - it is huge!
This Monastery is a good example of traditional Bhutanese style architecture that is prevalent in Bhutan.Written 15 May 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. - Karma JangchubThimphu, Bhutan29 contributionsThis was the place where Zhabdrung first arrive and settled after he came from Tibet in 1616 when he was 20 years old.
He built the temple there and named it as dzong but later 1629 after he built a much bigger dzong/fort then he removed the name dzong and named it as a Lhakhang only meaning a temple.
There is a stupa inside the first floor of the temple which holds the sacred relics of Zhabdrung's father Yab Tenpai Nima.Written 22 March 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. - Hockeydad900La Canada Flintridge, CA323 contributionsThis center has 3 or 4 weavers working on traditional Bhutanese cloth at all times. The work is intricate and fascinating. Upstairs is a shop to purchase traditional clothing, scarves and tchotchkes. Prices are fair.Written 17 April 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Frequently Asked Questions about Thimphu
- These places are best for sights & landmarks in Thimphu:
- Dochula Pass
- Buddha Dordenma
- Tashichho Dzong (Thimpu Dzong)
- Bhutan Post Office Headquarters
- Thimphu Chorten (Memorial Chorten)
- These are the best places for kid-friendly sights & landmarks in Thimphu:
- Buddha Dordenma
- Dochula Pass
- Tashichho Dzong (Thimpu Dzong)
- Bhutan Post Office Headquarters
- Thimphu Chorten (Memorial Chorten)
- These are the best places for couples seeking sights & landmarks in Thimphu:See more sights & landmarks for couples in Thimphu on Tripadvisor
- These are the best places for groups seeking sights & landmarks in Thimphu:
- Buddha Dordenma
- Dochula Pass
- Tashichho Dzong (Thimpu Dzong)
- Thimphu Chorten (Memorial Chorten)
- Tango Buddhist Institute
- These are the best places for budget-friendly sights & landmarks in Thimphu:
- Buddha Dordenma
- Dochula Pass
- Tashichho Dzong (Thimpu Dzong)
- Bhutan Post Office Headquarters
- Thimphu Chorten (Memorial Chorten)