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  • swarnaprabha k
    Bhubaneswar, India2,345 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    A gigantic bronze gold plated Buddha statue that overlooked the city. A big courtyard that was guarded by golden angels or goddesses in different postures . The view from the top was good.
    Written 14 September 2024
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  • swarnaprabha k
    Bhubaneswar, India2,345 contributions
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    Incredible. It was our first sight seeing place during the Bhutan journey. We enjoyed the place. Took photos. The weather was unpredictable there. We crossed the pass total perhaps three times. And it was raining heavily the 2nd time and foggy enough not able to see anything the 3 rd time.
    Written 30 August 2024
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  • Maps30685829033
    Thimphu, Bhutan19 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    As a travel agent, I can say that no visit to Bhutan is complete without experiencing the grandeur of Tashichho Dzong. This majestic fortress, nestled on the banks of the Wangchu River, is not only the seat of Bhutan's government but also a symbol of spiritual and cultural heritage. The meticulously crafted architecture and serene gardens are breathtaking, while the Dzong’s rich history leaves visitors in awe. It's a must-see, blending Bhutan's past and present seamlessly!
    Written 9 September 2024
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  • Trumpboyer86
    Singapore, Singapore941 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    - Nice place, but can get crowded as it is located in the city
    - Many people will walk 3 round clockwise for good luck
    - Do make sure your footwear is easily removable as many places require to remove shoes.
    Written 14 June 2024
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  • Charles_and_Susan
    Nottingham, UK7,594 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Located in central Thimphu this building houses a museum where you can see old stamps amongst other things. Several people in our group visited the counter in the adjacent office where you can download one of your own photos and have it printed out on a page of stamps. You can use these stamps to send postcards home through the regular post.
    Written 30 December 2023
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  • Ugyen
    Noida, India286 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This 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 2019
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  • Tonci
    Croatia45 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We simply have no words to explain to you how amazed we were by this place.
    This temple is located on a hill, and to reach the temple, we had to walk uphill for an hour. We would have arrived earlier if we hadn't stopped every now and then to observe the beautiful nature. The path to the temple is concreted, but still a bit steeper. On the way, we could also see the forest monkeys teasing the dogs - this scene made us laugh heartily.
    When we started to make our way to the temple itself, we were speechless. The complex consists of several buildings, which are located on a steep hillside. The most beautiful part is the main temple area with a place for worship. The main altar is beautiful, and on it there are the statues of the Buddha of the past, the Buddha of the present and the Buddha of the future, and all three Buddhas are surrounded by 8 great Budhisattvas. The temple complex was recently restored after the earthquake that hit Bhutan a few years ago. The pleasant smell of the polished wood could be felt in the temple. From the next room, we could hear the monks while they were having a ceremony and chanting mantras.
    We visited this temple on the same day that we visited the neighboring Cheri temple, which we also recommend to everyone.
    Written 20 March 2024
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  • Dallasworldtraveler
    dallas62 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    It was such a nice experience. You can get an authentic experience walking into the dzong. Once you go inside the more sacred space, cameras are not allowed, but you are able to hear and see the monks chanting. Our awesome guide was able to tell us in detail about the meaning of symbols. The designs are spectacular.
    Written 5 April 2024
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  • Tonci
    Croatia45 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Like the neighboring Tango Monastery, this beautiful temple is located on a hill, which is reached by a beautiful path. Only the path is not paved, so we recommend that you wear the trekking shoes. We walked uphill to the temple for one hour because we stopped every now and then to enjoy the view of nature. The temple is located on a steep hill slope. The main temple part of this complex was under the restoration due to the earthquake that hit Bhutan a few years ago. The local residents and the lamas were cleaning and polishing the Buddha statues when we arrived at the main courtyard of the temple. Unfortunately, the temple's main place of worship was closed to visitors due to the restoration. However, we did visit the smaller temple area for the worshiping the patron deities on the floor above the ground floor, which was also very beautiful. By the way, the Cheri Monastery is a place where monks come to peacefully devote their precious life time to the mantras and the deep meditation.
    We had an unforgettable sight when we saw the Himalayan blue sheep, which is rarely seen.
    We visited this temple on the same day as the neighboring Tango Monastery, which we would also recommend to everyone.
    Written 20 March 2024
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  • Rups
    Silchar, India57 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The 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 here
    Written 2 May 2020
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  • Tonci
    Croatia45 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This monastery is known as an astrological center typical of the Lamaist Buddhism. The natal astrological charts can be made here for a fee, and if someone does not have "good karma" the monks can also perform several purifying ceremonies to ensure someone's spiritual growth in this dimension to some extent. The whole story that our tour guide told us was impressive.
    When we visited this monastery complex, the main temple was closed due to the restoration. At the special request of our tour guide, the monks allowed us to enter a small temple where protective deities typical of Lamaist Buddhism are housed.
    Written 20 March 2024
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  • Charles_and_Susan
    Nottingham, UK7,594 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We visited as part of our Bhutan tour. Although the library itself and the books it contained were impressive the books were stored and we wouldn't have been able to read them anyway. Even so, you can see that this is an important part of Bhutan history.
    Written 28 December 2023
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  • Karma Jangchub
    Thimphu, Bhutan29 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This 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 2019
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  • Balasubramanian R
    Chennai (Madras), India808 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Bhutan country themselves famous for maintaining natural resources. This park is also known as Centenary Park and tourist attraction and picnic spot. It is situated on the banks of Wangchu River and this place is connected with historial significant.
    Written 31 October 2019
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  • Hockeydad900
    La Canada Flintridge, CA378 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This 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 2019
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