Top Things to do in Thimphu District
The 8 Best Points of Interest & Landmarks in Thimphu District, Thimphu District
Discover the best top things to do in Thimphu District, Bhutan including Mysterious Bhutan Tours and Adventures, Choki Traditional Art School, Thimphu Chorten (Memorial Chorten), Bhutan Post Office Headquarters, Gagyel Lhundrup Weaving Centre, Changangkha Lhakhang, Clock Tower Square, Wang Chu Park.Centenary Park.
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1. Mysterious Bhutan Tours and Adventures
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5.0 based on 7 reviews
Our one day private tour will cover some of the most important places like Kuensel Phodrang where you can get blessed from the gigantic bronze Buddha standing at the height of 169 feet and one of the largest Buddha in the world. After that visit the Takin Reserve the national animal of Bhutan which is said to be found only in the Himalayas. Visit the Trashi Chhodzong and National Memorial Chorten.
2. Choki Traditional Art School
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4.5 based on 130 reviews
Choki Traditional Art School is the only privately run charitable institute that provides traditional arts & crafts training to the underprivileged youths of Bhutan. The school provides free tuition, food and lodging facility and promotes the rich cultural heritage of Bhutan.
Reviewed By mbboening - Durham, United States
Visiting the Choki school was an amazing opportunity to see first hand some of the traditional art that is unique to Bhutan. We walked through the classrooms while students were painting, weaving, carving, and sewing and watched as they learned and practiced. Some of the students answered questions or let us see their work close up. Some classes had 7or 8 students while others had just 1 or 2. A gift shop carries all original work from the students ( beautiful hand weaved scarves, paintings of Buddha and the surrounding mountains of Bhutan, purses and bags as well as various wood carvings). It was a wonderful place to find special gifts or mementos from Bhutan and the purchases go toward supporting the school. Our guide introduced us to the daughter of the founder who spent time explaining the mission and purpose of the school. Her father was a traditional painter who felt passionate about preserving the arts that are unique to Bhutan by providing a place to teach students while also giving those who don’t continue on to conventional school an opportunity to learn traditional skill that would serve them as a career and also persevere the history and rich culture of the Bhutanese arts and crafts. As with many European countries the children of Bhutan experience a selection process via examination that leads to some of them continuing conventional education via university. For the other children, private school or opportunity in the trades are also available. It’s impressive that some people have dedicated their lives to providing opportunities for those who have neither the academic background or economic ability for continued education. Choki is the only school in Bhutan that offers free education, food and lodging to students in the traditional arts of drawing, painting, weaving, embroidery, tailoring, wood carving and computer. The school is funded by donations and student sponsorships. It was clear that the school benefits from visitors who admire and support their mission as they have donors from around the world - now including Durham NC!
3. Thimphu Chorten (Memorial Chorten)
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4.0 based on 1,067 reviews
Reviewed By hitesh1304 - Mumbai, India
Visited this beautiful memorial on 28/6...Its build in memory of the 3rd King of Bhutan...At the entry there are monks meditating in scared area along with several prayer wheels... The main chorten building in its white paint looks beautiful..The garden area has nice plants and the overall atmosphere is very pious and spiritual...A must visit place at Thimphu
4. Bhutan Post Office Headquarters
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4.0 based on 476 reviews
Reviewed By julieo593
My husband and I went on a two week tour with Bhutan Swallowtail Tours and one of the stops was at this lovely little museum. Interesting, informative and well done displays. Nice collection of memorabilia. I learned about an American named Burt Todd that helped the Bhutanese postal service in a very creative and selfless manner. Very nice souvenir shop with many beautiful Bhutanese stamps for sale.
5. Gagyel Lhundrup Weaving Centre
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4.0 based on 39 reviews
6. Changangkha Lhakhang
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4.0 based on 155 reviews
Reviewed By Thomasjam
One of the oldest and beautifully locate temple ot is in the capital city. The view of thimphu valley from temple is great.
7. Clock Tower Square
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4.0 based on 454 reviews
Reviewed By ChanchalDaga - Kolkata (Calcutta), India
The Himalayan Capital City "THIMPHU" at the Alt of 8,500 ft approx. is a beautiful, discipline, and the most favorite destination in the world. The place named Clock Tower Square is the heart of the City. Its surrounded by few of the luxury hotels. You will just feel good at this place.
8. Wang Chu Park.Centenary Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
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