Thimphu, the capital of Bhutan, is an always extending metropolitan region droning with the energy of its 114,000 occupants. Supplanting Punakha as the country’s capital in 1961, Thimphu city was once thought along the Wang Chu stream however extended quickly across the valley and into the mountains. Right now the country’s managerial and business focus, most visits to the nation will start and end in the capital. Thimphu is the most modernized city in the nation, offering a plenty of lodgings, eateries, bistros, bars, and retail outlets. The decisions, extravagances and conveniences accessible in the capital oppose that of global metropolitan centers and are not handily tracked down in that frame of mind of the country. Notwithstanding noticeable proof of industrialization, Thimphu actually keeps up with its unmistakable culture and personality. This should be visible in the dzongs and sanctuaries dissipated across the locale and a developing number of galleries and conventional workmanship schools. One of the best instances of customary Bhutanese engineering is Tashichodzong, a conventional sustained cloister that has been modified and extended to house government workplaces. Moreover Simtokha Dzong, the first work by Zhabdrung, is another generally huge fort. Locales like the goliath Buddha Dordenma sculpture and Public Commemoration Chorten are extremely well known while the Material and Society Legacy Historical centers are visited by visitors who need a more profound comprehension of Bhutan’s set of experiences. Whether it be a visit to old sanctuaries, climbing, bistro bouncing or keepsake shopping, Thimphu is the ideal mix of city living with old-world appeal. It is located in the western focal point of Bhutan, 48 km or roughly an hour from Paro Global air terminal.
Location: With a rise scope of 2,248 meters (7,375 feet) to 2,648 meters (8,688 feet), Thimphu is the fifth-most elevated capital on the planet.
People & Language – Customarily individuals of this region communicate in the public language, Dzongkha and are known as Ngalop. With occupants from everywhere the nation moving to the city, most provincial dialects are spoken here.
Weather: In Thimphu the temperature ranges from -2.5°C in January to 25°C in summer with a rainfall of 100 mm.
Druk Path Trek
This four day trek takes you along pine and rhododendron forests, lakes and alpine meadows above Thimphu and Paro.
A Beginner’s Guide to Bhutanese Cuisine
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Healthy Fast Food at Food Express
Run by a young mother, this place prides itself for making fast food healthier for kids.
Bumthang Cuisine at Yummies
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Delectable Bakes at The Oven
This cafe is located in a serene neighborhood close to the main city area with great indoor and outdoor...
Terma Linca Resort & Spa
Want to stay in a luxury boutique hotel in the outskirts of Thimphu?
Hot Coffee & Tarts at Coffee Culture
Caramel lattes, scrumptious pastries and delectable savory meals - locals can't help returning to this café for more.
Hotpots & Dumplings at Happy Mandala
Looking for stylish spaces for big groups with good food? You'll love Happy Mandala Healthy Kitchen in Thimphu.
Wood Fired Pizzas at Project Zza
From honey mustard to meaty extravaganza, this place serves some of the most unique pizzas in town straight from...
Japanese Food at MK Restaurant
Local Japanese expats taught Aunty Puspa how to cook authentic Japanese food. Today this restaurant has some of the...
Simple Delicious Lunch Menus at Cousins Cafe
Delicious and affordable buffet menus don't get better than this.
Buffets & Homecooked Meals at Food Affair
A former TV journalist quit her job to pursue her passion for cooking. Today she cooks some of the...
Vegetarian Indian Food at Little Kitchen
Delicious Indian Food on full-packed thalis and fluffy naans. Here's a place for vegetarians to eat good Indian food...
TC Food Corner
Momos, thukpa and thick brothy bathups...this place is one of the oldest and most popular for local fast food...
Spicy Puchka Plates
Love cheap street food? You'll love this puchka corner.
Kelly Dorji’s Gastropub in Thimphu
Actor & artist Kelly Dorji's gastro pub in Thimphu is a conclave for the city's hip and urban.
Shawarma at Cafe Real Illusions
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Tibetan Uncle’s Famous Momos
This momo joint is run by a lovable owner locals refer to as Tibetan Momo Uncle in the heart...
Crowded After Hours at Naughty Pigs
Full meal menu and never ending cocktails, this joint is a favourite among locals in Thimphu.
Cheesy Corndogs at Selsi Cafe
Corndogs, milkshakes and full lunch meals, check out what Selsi's cafe has to offer in Thimphu.
Japanese Sweet Potatoes for Delivery
Bhutan Green Harvest is a family-owned business growing Japanese sweet potatoes in Paro.
Kaja Throm Farmers’ Market
Whether you enjoy exploring the goodness of local farmers' markets, street food, local music or walk around art galleries,...
Mushroom-Spotting along Lungchutse Trail
The late summer rains created a different hiking experience as we took the trail to Lungchutse.