Make a tour to the capital of Bhutan, Thimpu (Thimphu) that is famous for
being the most unique capital city of the world because of its untouched
natural beauty. Thimpu is a major tourist destination of the Himalayan
country Bhutan. Thimpu lands in a beautiful valley fanning out of Thimpu
Chuu river.
Thimpu, being the capital of Bhutan is the home to the revered Bhutanese
Royal Family, the Royal government and Judiciary of Bhutan. Thimpu is most
famous for its cultural tours. The major tourist attractions in Thimpu are
the galleries, museums or places of historic interest. The blissful natural
beauty of the Himalayas attract a lot of tourists to Thimpu.
Thimpu Information
| Significance |
Capital City of Bhutan |
| Established in |
1995 |
| Height from Sea Level |
2400 m (8000 ft) |
| Major Attractions |
Tashichhodzong (Tashi Chuu Dzong), Dechencholing and
Tangu Cherry |
Thimpu Tourist Spots
Tashichhodzong
Tashichhodzong is a beautiful pink roofed fortress located in the front of
the SAARC building in Thimpu. The word Tashichhodzong means “The
Fortress of the glorious religion”. The annual 5-day Tshechu festival
is celebrated in Tashichhodzong. This beautiful fortress is the seat of the
government of Nepal. Tashichhodzong was built in 1641 by Shabdrung Ngawang
Namgyal and reconstructed in 1962, by the Late King, His Majesty, King Jigme
Dorji Wangchuck.
Dechencholing
A short distance from Thimpu, at Dechencholing, is the Royal palace,
residence of members of the Royal family except the king. Set among sweeping
lawns, ponds and willow trees, this beautiful three storied building is
entirely traditional, both in its architecture and in its furnishings
Tangu Cherry
Tangu Cherry is a beautiful monastery, an old building dating back to
several hundred years. Tangu Cherry is an important landmark in Thimpu. It
has great historical and religious importance attached to it. The beauty and
tranquility of the monastery has no bounds.
Thimpu Markets
Shopping is fun at Thimpu. Though there are no big malls or shopping
arcades in Thimpu, this is amply compensated by the helpful nature of the
shopkeepers and the exclusively beautiful and reasonable handicrafts items
available for purchase. The shops stock lovely handicraft items, skillfully
woven shawls and decorated prayer wheels.
Unique Fact
Thimpu does not have a single traffic light because it does not suit its
Nature. Thimpu's first and the only traffic light was enshrined in a chorten
(a small Buddhist shrine). Later it was removed on king's orders to save
Thimpu's natural essence and beauty. Only a sprinkling of cars is ever found
along the main street and the capital's population is therefore not
immediately visible.
