Thimphu, Capital city in Thimphu District, Bhutan
Thimphu extends along the Wang Chhu river at an elevation of 2,321 meters, surrounded by mountains and valleys in western central Bhutan.
The settlement received the status of national capital in 1955, replacing Punakha, and King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck made it official in 1961.
The Tashichho Dzong fortress contains the throne room and central monastic body, representing traditional Bhutanese architectural elements and religious practices.
Visitors reach Thimphu through Paro International Airport, located 52 kilometers away, with taxis and buses providing transportation within the city.
The city maintains strict regulations on development and tourism to protect its traditional practices while implementing modern infrastructure improvements.
Location: Thimphu District
Inception: 1955
Elevation above the sea: 2,321 m
Website: http://thimphucity.bt
GPS coordinates: 27.47135,89.63367
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:11
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