Thimphu, perhaps the most unusual capital city in the world, is the seat of government. This bustling town is home to Bhutan’s royal family.
After breakfast we will move for Thimphu sightseeing. you will visit Changangkha Lhakhang, Bhutan Takin Preserve, Folk Heritage Museum, Zoring Chusum, Tashichho Dzong, Buddha Dordenma Point.
Changangkha Lhakhang: This popular temple, perched like a fortress on a ridge above central Thimphu, hums with pilgrim activity. It was established in the 12th century
Takin: The National Animal of Bhutan, Takin are related to sheep and weigh up 650 kgs. According to the local folktale, the Devine Madman, DrukpaKunley, created the Takin by joining the goat’s head in the body of the Cow. This interesting animal is an endangered species found only in few pockets of the Himalayas.
Folk Heritage Museum: One of the oldest house in Thimphu was converted in the Folk Heritage Museum in 2001 to give an insight into the traditional lifestyle of the Bhutanese forefathers. It is like entering a traditional Bhutanese home in, say, 150 years back.
Institute of Zoring Chusum: Its is an Art and Crafts Centre of Bhutan. This institute provides opportunities for vocational training on the Bhutanese Arts and Crafts. We can witness the students training and gives an idea to the visitors on the traditional form of the Arts and crafts.
Tashichho Dzong: the main secretariat building which houses the throne room of His Majesty, the King. Tashichhodzong is also the summer residence of the Je Khenpo (Chief Abbot)
Buddha Dordenma, which is one of the largest Buddha statue in the World at 169 feet. The body of the Buddha is filled with 1,25,000 smaller statues of Buddha. The view of the Thimphu valley is spectacular from this point. Overnight at Thimphu.
Amenities
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DELUXE HOTEL
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TWIN OCCUPANCY
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ALL MEAL
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DINNER
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LUNCH
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BREAKFAST