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The National Memorial Chorten

Built in the memory of the third Druk Gyalpo (Head of Kingdom) of Bhutan, the National Memorial Chorten is devoted to World Peace and of the best places and it be part of your Bhutan tours. The Chorten started gaining popularity amongst the localities when various major Buddhist religious festivals started taking place at the Chorten and it is one of the best places to see in Thimphu Bhutan. The word “Chorten” literally translates to “Seat of Faith”, and the structure itself has become an important part of the Bhutanese culture. You can spot various Buddhists circumambulating around the Chorten all throughout the day. The Memorial also attracts a lot of tourists from around the world due to its architectural and deep connection with Bhutan’s rich culture.

Changangkha Lhakhang

Changangkha Lhakhang is a 800-year old temple, constructed in the 12th-century in Bhutan which is visited by a large number of locals daily. The Changangkha Lhakhang temple is entrenched profoundly into the native culture and levies and is a crucial part of the local community. There are magnificent prayer bells in the outer region of the temple scripted with black and gold manuscripts. Along with two beautifully embedded gigantic prayer wheels adds to the appearance of the temple and it is one of the best places to visit in Thimpu and it must be part of your Bhutan holiday packages.

Clock Tower Square

Located in the heart of Thimphu, the Clock Tower Square is amongst the popular tourist places to visit in Thimphu and you should this famous place in your Bhutan holiday packages. The Clock Tower consists of four clocks facing in four different directions. The tower resembles the Bhutanese architecture pattern of wood engraving. The tower has some beautifully carved patterns, flowers, paintings and much more. The eye-catching thing in the tower are the dragons facing each clock. The dragons are sacred to the culture of Bhutan and they represent the freedom of the kingdom, it offers an enriching experience for visitors, especially those on Bhutan tour packages.

National Library
National Library of Bhutan or NLB was established in 1967 and possesses a wide collection of 6100 Bhutanese and Tibetan books, xylographs and manuscripts as well as 9000 printing boards and wooden printing blocks for religious books. It has one of the largest holdings of Buddhist Literature in the entire world and it is one of the best places to visit in Thimpu.

It has a dedicated collection and promotes religious and cultural heritage of Bhutan in the form of ancient printed resources related to history, religion, traditions, and culture of Bhutan.

Highlights
: The building is two-storied with staff accommodations, administrative offices along with technical equipments like computers, microfilm section, separate room for wooden books and much more.

Located in: 
Thimphu, the capital of Bhutan.

Open from :
9:30 am to 5:00 pm (Monday to Friday) in March to October and 9:30 am to 4:00 pm in November to February and remains closed on government holidays and weekends. It is a complete representation of Buddha.

Thimphu City Reviews

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Puppala Neha
Reviewed: 17 Mar 2024
5.0/5
This is was our first trip with Thrillophilia to Bhutan and we had an amazing experience without anything to complain about. We were two women travellers and I must say we felt quite assured with their prompt assistance. Always a phone call away when needed. Accommodations, guide and our travel with... Read More
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Jitender Sethi
Reviewed: 22 Feb 2024
5.0/5
My trip to Bhutan was really amazing. I explored cities like Thimphu and Paro Valley, and the hike to Taktsang Monastery was unforgettable. The hotels were lovely and conveniently located near the town. They made sure we received excellent service. Thanks a lot. I definitely plan to travel with Thr... Read More
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Mihir Shah
Reviewed: 22 Feb 2024
5.0/5
We had an amazing trip to Bhutan for 5days 4 nights, and our tour was well-organized by Thrillophilia. Our tour guide was helpful and polite. The car assigned to us was Clean and the driver was well versed with the place. The booking process was smooth. We look forward to travel with Thrillophilia f... Read More
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Vinay Wadhwani
Reviewed: 14 Feb 2024
5.0/5
The tour was perfect and the recommended hotels were excellent. The journey was not only enjoyable but also highly informative. Our tour guide took us through Phuntsholing, Thimphu, Paro, and Siliguri. We also went for free Hiking to Taktsang included in the tour with expert guides. Overall the expe... Read More
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Noah Cox
Reviewed: 18 Feb 2024
5.0/5
We had an incredible trip to Bhutan through Thrillophilia, and the entire experience was fantastic. The tour was well planned and organized.Our guide was not only knowledgeable but also friendly and entertaining. He was always available to assist us. Our driver was an honest and straightforward man,... Read More
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Amaresh Bhattacharya
Reviewed: 13 Feb 2024
5.0/5
One of my friends suggested thrillophilia to me when I was searching for an affordable trip to Bhutan, and I am so happy I listened to him and booked my trip from here, as the service they provided till my journey ended was amazing. They kept me updated about all the things, and proper preparations ... Read More

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