Banking on its agenda of “High value, Low volume” tourism, the Himalayan paradise Bhutan is one majestic country whose charm is too hard to resist. This small Asian country has made a huge mark on the world tourism map and is, therefore, considered as one of the most preferred bucket-list destinations across the globe. What makes the places to visit in Bhutan most treasured for tourists is their strong reverence towards nature, cultural preservation and sustainability. Arresting postcard landscapes, unparalleled spiritual aura, remoteness of the destination, ancient dzongs, hill-top monasteries, crisp fresh mountain air, formidable trekking trails and a network of swift rivers- Bhutan is unarguably the land where peace of mind, happiness and exclusivity intermingle beautifully.

Although Bhutan Attractions like the surreal Paro, sacred Punakha and Gangtey have always caught the tourist’s attention, Thimphu, its modern yet traditional capital has consistently topped the bucket lists. Being one of the most intriguing destinations in Bhutan and also the one which is culturally and naturally blessed, Thimphu’s growth on the tourism index has been worth mentioning. Each of Thimphu Tourist Attractions contributes to the endless scopes of exploration in the city. Whether you are visiting the Folk Heritage Museum, Jungshi Paper Factory, marvelling at the scenic beauty of Druk Wangyal Chorten and Buddha Dordenma Statue, strolling across the Centenary Farmers Market, hitting the nightclubs, doing the mask dance at Tshechu or spotting the national animal at Motithang Takin Preserve, you will be in for non stop excitement while discovering the incredible Thimphu Attractions.

We bring you an inch closer to this ‘Land of Happiness’ and familiarize you with the Top Bhutan Tourist Attractions including the best places to visit in Thimphu that are sure to keep you hooked and happy. Because every minute of travelling in Bhutan leaves you with memories that last a lifetime!

Top Places to Visit in Bhutan and Thimphu:

Buddha Dordenma

Great Buddha Dordenma is a gigantic Shakyamuni Buddha statue in the mountains of Bhutan celebrating the 60th anniversary of fourth king Jigme Singye Wangchuck.

National Museum of Bhutan

National Museum of Bhutan is a cultural museum in the town of Paro in western Bhutan. Established in 1968 in the renovated ancient Ta-dzong building above Rinpung Dzong under the command of His Majesty the King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck the third hereditary Monarch of Bhutan.

Taktsang Monastery

Paro Taktsang is a prominent Himalayan Buddhist sacred site and temple complex located in the cliffside of the upper Paro valley in Bhutan. A temple complex was first built in 1692 around the Taktsang Senge Samdup cave where Guru Padmasambhava is said to have meditated for Four Months in the 8th century.

Paro International Airport

National Memorial Chhorten Thimphu

The Memorial Stupa Thimphu also known as the Thimphu Chorten is a stupa in Thimphu Bhutan located on Doeboom Lam in the southern-central part of the city near the main roundabout and Indian military hospital.

Changangkha Lhakhang

Changangkha Lhakhang is one of the oldest Lhakhang in Thimphu and its a wish-fulfilling temple. It is situated in a small hill .

Punakha Dzong

- built in 1637 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal. For many years until the time of the second king it served as the seat of the Government. The Dzong was named Druk Pungthang Dechen Phodrang (Palace of Great Happiness). Punakha is still the winter residence of Je-Khenpo and King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck convened the first National Assembly here in 1952.

Semtokha Dzong

Buddhist University

Tashichho Dzong

Tashichhoedzong is a Buddhist monastery and fortress on the northern edge of the city of Thimphu in Bhutan on the western bank of the Wang Chu.

Royal Takin Preserve

Motithang Takin Preserve located in the Motithang district of Thimphu Bhutan is a wildlife reserve area for takin the national animal of Bhutan. Originally a mini-zoo it was converted into a preserve when it was discovered that the animals refrained from inhabiting the surrounding forest even when set free.

Trongsa Dzong

It was the seat of power over central & eastern BhutanTrongsa previously Tongsa is a Thromde or town and the capital of Trongsa District in central Bhutan

Folk Heritage Museum Kawajangsa

The Folk Heritage Museum or Phelchey Toenkhyim is a museum in Thimphu Thimphu District Bhutan

Chendebji Chorten

built in the style of the great Bodhanath Choten of Nepal.Chendebji Chorten is a stupa in Bhutan located 41 kilometres west of Trongsa at 2430 metres in elevation. According to legend Chendebji Chten covers the body of an evil spirit. Chendebji Chorten is constructed in the style of Nepalese stupas such as Boudhanath