Memorial Chorten
This chorten was built in 1974 in memory of Bhutan's third King. His Late
Majesty, King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck, is popularly regarded as Father of Modern
of Bhutan. The paintings and statues inside the monument provide a deep insight
into Buddhist philosophy.
Tashichhodzong
Also known as "fortress of the glorious religion", the Dzong was
initially erected in 1641 and rebuilt by King Jigme Dorji Wangchuk in 1965.
Tashichhodzong houses the main secretariat building and the central monk body.
It is open to visitors during Thimphu Tshechu and when the monk body moves
to warmer Punakha in the winter months.
Simtokha Dzong
Five miles from Thimphu, on a lofty ridge stands Simtokha Dzong, built in
1627 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal. The oldest fortress of the Kingdom, it
now houses the School for Buddhist studies.
National Library
The history of Bhutan lies imprinted in archaic texts, which are preserved
at the National Library. Besides thousands of manuscripts and ancient texts,
the library also has modern academic books and printing blocks for prayer
flags.
Traditional School of Arts & Crafts
This School teaches the techniques of traditional paintings. On a visit one
can actually see, students at work, producing intricate design on cloth.
Indigenous Hospital
In Bhutan, equal emphasis is given to both allopathic and traditional medicines.
The rich herbal medicines abundant in Kingdom are prepared here. The Institute
also imparts the art of herbal medicines to would be practioners.
Weekend Vegetable Market
Every Saturday and Sunday most of the Thimphu’s scant population and
many valley dwellers congregate on the river where the weekend market is held.
It is an interesting place to visit and provides opportunity to mix up with
the local people.
Traffic police in Thimphu
Tashichhodzong
