Thimphu Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
capital of Bhutan
About Thimphu
Although the Thimphu Valley has supported small settlements for many centuries and adzonghas existed there since 1216, the city didn't really develop until the king declared Thimphu the new capital in 1961. Vehicles first appeared on the streets a year later, and slowly the city began to adapt to its role as the nation's capital. Since then, the town has undergone massive development. Tree-lined streets have been laid and the clock tower area in the center of the city is now a park-cum-open air theater where fairs and live cultural performances take place. In 2008, the national stadium and a new river-side park were completed. The area around the dzong and government buildings is a particularly green and an attractive district. Norzin Lam is the city's main thoroughfare and is lined with s
Top Attractions in Thimphu
Explore the best things to see and do in Thimphu:
- ★Bhutan Echoes Literary Festival
- ★Botanical Gardens
- ★Centenary Park
- ★Changangkha Lhakhang
- ★Changyul Park
- ★Jigme Dorji Wangchuck Public Library
- ★Ludrong Memorial Garden
- ★National Folk Heritage Museum
Where to Eat in Thimphu
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Dim Sum Basket
- 🍴Hayate Ramen
- 🍴Phang-Guu
- 🍴Sa-Toh
- 🍴The Seasons Restaurant Pizzeria
- 🍴Yolo Eateries
Where to Stay in Thimphu
- 🏨Amankora Thimphu
- 🏨City Hotel
- 🏨Hotel Druk
- 🏨Hotel Ghasel
- 🏨Hotel Motithang
- 🏨Hotel Tandin
Thimphu Travel Guide Sections
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