Travel Guide of Thimphu in Bhutan by Influencers and Travelers

Thimphu is the capital and largest city of Bhutan. It is situated in the western central part of Bhutan, and the surrounding valley is one of Bhutan's dzongkhags, the Thimphu District.

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1 - Paro Taktsang

   7 km away

Paro Taktsang, is a prominent Himalayan Buddhist sacred site and the temple complex is located in the cliffside of the upper Paro valley in Bhutan.

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2 - Buddha Dordenma

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3 - Mountain Bike Tours in Thimphu

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4 - Dochula Pass

   11 km away

The Dochu La is a mountain pass in the snow covered Himalayas within Bhutan on the road from Thimphu to Punakha where 108 memorial chortens or stupas known as "Druk Wangyal Chortens" have been built by Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuk, the eldest Queen Mother.

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5 - Paro - Thimphu Highway

   20 km away
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6 - Camping in Thimphu

This tour has as much focus on cultural sites as it does on natural wonders, but with plenty of hiking thrown into the mix. By walking to some of the country’s most spectacular monasteries, we endeavor to help you gain an insight into Bhutan’s Buddhist culture in the most profound way possible. During the week, we cover the three valleys of Thimphu, Punakha and Paro, all varied in terms of ecosystems and landscapes. One of the highlights of this walking holiday is our trek to Bumdra Monastery where we camp overnight in the Himalayan wilderness way up in the clouds, our final destination being the iconic Taktsang Goemba or Tiger’s Nest Monastery. We hike along ancient mountain paths, following in the footsteps of pilgrims going back over the centuries, but where today’s tourists hardly ever go. All of your camping equipment will be provided for the overnight adventure, and we will also provide a camp dinner, breakfast and two lunches.

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7 - Paro

   22 km away

Paro is a town and seat of Paro District, in the Paro Valley of Bhutan. It is a historic town with many sacred sites and historical buildings scattered throughout the area. It is also home to Paro Airport, Bhutan's sole international airport.

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8 - Chimi Lhakhang

   25 km away

Chimi Lhakhang, also known as Chime Lhakhang or Monastery or temple, is a Buddhist monastery in Punakha District, Bhutan. Located near Lobesa, it stands on a round hillock and was built in 1499 by the 14th Drukpa hierarch, Ngawang Choegyel, after the site was blessed by the "Divine Madman" the maverick saint Drukpa Kunley who built a chorten on the site.

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9 - Punakha Dzong

   25 km away

Punakha is the administrative centre of Punakha dzongkhag, one of the 20 districts of Bhutan. Punakha was the capital of Bhutan and the seat of government until 1955, when the capital was moved to Thimphu.

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10 - Punakha - Thimphu Highway

   25 km away
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11 - Wangdue Phodrang

   26 km away

Wangdue Phodrang is a town and capital of Wangdue Phodrang District in central Bhutan. It is located in Thedtsho Gewog.

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12 - Tiger’s Nest/ Takstang Palphug Monastery

   27 km away
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13 - Jigme Dorji National Park

   40 km away

The Jigme Dorji National Park, named after the late Jigme Dorji Wangchuck, is the second-largest National Park of Bhutan. It occupies almost the entire Gasa District, as well as the northern areas of Thimphu District, Paro District, Punakha, and Wangdue Phodrang Districts.

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Thimphu, a small metropolis on the scale of Bhutan, stretches along the Wang Chhu River, with monasteries and traditionally designed apartment blocks alongside a growing number of shopping centres and surrounded by pine forests. Those expecting to find a medieval atmosphere may be disappointed: traditional houses are gradually being replaced by modern high-rise buildings. However, linger in the Bhutanese capital and you'll see that the Thimphu of yesteryear has not disappeared: to see worshippers in traditional dress, monks in crimson robes and farmers selling their produce, climb to Changangkha Lhakhang at dawn or wander around the weekly market in the late evening. With the country's best restaurants, shopping malls and clubs, Thimphu offers the visitor the best opportunity to escape the organized itinerary for a while. Far from being tradition-centric, Thimphu is the ideal Bhutanese city where people enjoy modernity on their own terms. A stay in Thimphu is also an opportunity to discover the Dechencholing Palace, and the starting point for beautiful walks. Its National Library contains treasures of Buddhist literature. Discover all our travel ideas in Thimphu.

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