Fun facts about Thimphu
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Thimphu officially became the capital of Bhutan in 1961.
Thimphu
Bhutan
Thimphu is the capital and largest city of Bhutan. It is situated in the western central part of Bhutan, and the surrounding valley is one of Bhutan's dzongkhags, the Thimphu District.
From the “History” section
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The Changlimithang sports ground in Thimphu was the site of a decisive battle in 1885 that allowed Ugyen Wangchuck to control the whole country.
Thimphu
Bhutan
Thimphu is the capital and largest city of Bhutan. It is situated in the western central part of Bhutan, and the surrounding valley is one of Bhutan's dzongkhags, the Thimphu District.
From the “History” section
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The Buddha Dordenma, a gigantic statue under construction in Thimphu, is planned to be one of the largest Buddha rupas in the world.
Thimphu
Bhutan
Thimphu is the capital and largest city of Bhutan. It is situated in the western central part of Bhutan, and the surrounding valley is one of Bhutan's dzongkhags, the Thimphu District.
From the “Architecture” section
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The Memorial Chorten in Thimphu was built in 1974 to honor the 3rd King of Bhutan and is known as the most visible religious landmark in Bhutan.
Thimphu
Bhutan
Thimphu is the capital and largest city of Bhutan. It is situated in the western central part of Bhutan, and the surrounding valley is one of Bhutan's dzongkhags, the Thimphu District.
From the “Architecture” section
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Photo: Christopher J. Fynn · CC BY-SA 3.0
The Motithang Takin Preserve in Thimphu was originally a mini-zoo but was converted into a wildlife reserve for Bhutan takin, the national animal of Bhutan.
Thimphu
Bhutan
Thimphu is the capital and largest city of Bhutan. It is situated in the western central part of Bhutan, and the surrounding valley is one of Bhutan's dzongkhags, the Thimphu District.
From the “Architecture” section
Text from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Photo: Christopher J. Fynn · CC BY-SA 3.0