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Thimphu City Sightseeing

A guided day around the capital's key sights, typically including the giant Buddha Dordenma statue, the National Memorial Chorten and Tashichho Dzong, the seat of Bhutan's government. A good introduction to Bhutanese culture and architecture.

Where
Thimphu, Bhutan
Time needed
Full day
Best time to go
Mar–May, Sep–Nov
💡 Tip: Carry a shirt with a collar and long trousers or skirt; modest dress is expected inside dzongs and temples.

About Thimphu

Thimphu is Bhutan's capital, a small and relaxed city set in a pine-covered valley along the Wang Chhu river. It mixes grand dzongs, monasteries and craft schools with cafés and markets, and famously has no traffic lights.

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