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HasTowelWillTravel Says: In 2003, Bhutan was pushed towards war. Indian rebels were hiding in Bhutan, and the Indian government had given Butan an ultimatum of either driving the rebels out or the Indian Army would be forced to cross the border and do it themselves. Bhutan's traditions of pacifism...
Botanical Gardens at Serbithang
HasTowelWillTravel Says: For a brief jaunt out of the confines of the city, a good place to visit are the Botanical Gardens at Serbithang. Located about 15 km south of the city, this garden was established in 1999 to protect endemic plants and provide a place for Bhutanese to see some of their own...
juliusbd Says: The only park in the city. Fantastic view of the city. One side hills, river and other side the city.
Tashhichoden Dzong (King's Office)
juliusbd Says: The most respectful place in Thimpu. The king of Bhutan Fifth Druk Gaylpo is now seat here. The place is opened after the working hour. Worth visting the place. Fantastic view.
ozalp Says: This Dzong is by the Wang Chu river and just across the palace. We've been warned about not to look towards the palace, because The King was in the garden!The Dzong is the seat of the government. We saw ministers and officers while we were walking to the Dzong. Because of...
ozalp Says: Bhutan has its own strange animals, if you are interested. Takin is one of them and it is also the national animal of Bhutan. Takin are related to sheep but weigh up 650 kg. Takin also has a story with famous Drukpa Kunley. When he came to Bhutan, people wanted to see a...
ozalp Says: The only pointsman of Bhutan is working in Thimphu. There isn’t much traffic to control but he is there and doing his job. I’ve read that there was a traffic light here once, but then the King decided that it was unnecessary and it removed. This traffic policeman conducts...
Choki School of Traditional Art
ozalp Says: We’ve visited this place in Thimphu. Young students were learning their traditional arts here. There were many classes like painting, carving, sculpture, weaving… Students were wearing a dark blue traditional dress as a uniform. We had the chance to interact with some of...
ozalp Says: I am a huge fan of these kind of markets. I love to see and smell the fresh vegetables, people shopping... In Bhutan, there is an amazing variety of plants. This made the market more interesting for me. You can see usual chilies, tomatoes, onions (smaller ones), black eyed...
1 Review and 83 Opinions I was there for a week last month. The hotel is 5* hotel in Thimpu. It is a joint venture project by...
Chula Restaurant: Indian Cuisine in Thimphu
HasTowelWillTravel Says: While there is a lot of Indian influence all through Bhutan, this is one of the few restaurants in town to specialize exclusively on the cuisine of India. It is a richly appointed place, located in the Bhutan Observer building, above Hotel Taj Tashi. The cuisine is a wide...
Bhutan Kitchen: Bhutanese Cuisine
HasTowelWillTravel Says: The Bhutan kitchen is one of the go-to restaurants in Thimphu, dealing out traditional Bhutanese cuisine for locals and tourists alike. The decor of the restaurant is simple, spacious, with many low tables and cushions, allowing you to sit on the floor. To drink with your...
ozalp Says: We had our first lunch in Thimphu here. It is at the second floor of a building and you can see the famous pointsman, the only police officer controlling the traffic (!) in whole Bhutan from the windows. This café is at the corner of the crossroads. We were a group of 30...
Club Ace: Dance your night away
HasTowelWillTravel Says: Bhutan is not what you would think of when you consider good partying/dancing scenes. However, do not doubt the ability and desire of Bhutanese to get down on an evening, and Club Ace is a good spot to loosen up with local Thimpu residents. The club plays a blend of...
tanyajane08 Says: Well guys if you think that Pumping house grooves and electrifying music is only to be found at the European Clubs and island Of Ibiza i was shocked to witness the same at a nightclub in the calm Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan.5 mins drive from the main traffic in Thimhu this...
Nordzin Lam Road: Anything you need
HasTowelWillTravel Says: Along Nordzin Lam Road, the main street of the capital city, there are shops that cater to virtually any shopping desire you might have. It is a delight in itself to wander through the treets of Thimphu, but especially if you're on the hunt for some item, whether it is a...
HasTowelWillTravel Says: Betel is a commonly-consumed (well, chewed) nut in Bhutan, as with a good portion of SE Asia. It is a hard nut containing a mild narcotic that is chewed with a pepper leaf (or other, depending on the region) and some lime (calcium carbonate, not the fruit). to help extract...
HasTowelWillTravel Says: Bhutan has a cuisine that is distinct for the country. If you are to enjoy Bhutan, trying the local flavors are, in my opinion, a must. Two things that Bhutanese have with nearly every meal is cheese and chiles. The "national dish" is known as ema datshi, a concoction of a...
wispofcloud Says: Bring plenty of layers of clothing. Though it didnt get cold enough to really bother me, a long-time plains person, my sister started getting nosebleed and oedema, sure signs of altitude sickness. Most are readily available. If u use a film-based camera, bring loads of...
Hiking the Royal Botanical Garden
HasTowelWillTravel Says: Hiking through the Royal Botanical Garden (which is more akin to a National Park than a garden), the landscape has a wide variety, ranging in elevation over 800 m and covering a diverse array of biomes as well as wildlife, including red pandas, Asian elephants, and even the...
HasTowelWillTravel Says: Arra is a local distilled spirit, often made from one of a variety of grains (maize, millet, barley are most common, rice is possible as well). It is a common beverage especially in the eastern regions of Bhutan, where it often supplements beer as the most commonly consumed...
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In the weekend market, cheese is sold like this. It is a very popular item in the market.
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Q: In Lonely Planet italian version it says that the farmers who sell their goods at the market come to Thimpu already thursday and...
A: At least it was , in 1996, when I last went there. Not sure of now
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A Quite Rural But Booming Capital
Thimphu became the capital city of Bhutan in 1961. It is also the biggest city in Bhutan. Well, it looks still very small in our eyes, however, while being there in May, 2004, constructions are...
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The Capital city is also the largest and most modern city of Bhutan. It has been the Capital since 1961 and its population was 98,676 in 2005. It is one of the two Capital cities of Asia that does not...
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A town that's small, yet not so small as to be called a town! In a large valley, Thimphu is the largest city in Bhutan, and is understandably the most populated!
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A Small Capital in a Mountain Land
Thimphu may be the most unique capital I've seen. It is probably the only, or at least one of a very few, world capitals without a traffic light, airport, or fast food restaurant. (The traffic, when...
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