Thimphu

Thimphu, Bhutan's capital, is a fascinating destination. The city, located in the Himalayan upper mountains, offers breathtaking views of the emerald woodlands and the Raidak or Chuu River. Thimphu is a must-see cultural destination that combines old world attractions with modernity. You could be surprised to see their red light to be a traffic cop. Surprisingly, the red light only lasted three days in the city before being replaced by a human traffic controller as people hated and felt the light to be too negative. Today, the city is teeming with tourists eager to capture the unique gems of Bhutanese culture, food, and way of life. The most famous tourist attractions in Thimphu include Buddha Dordenma, Memorial Chorten, Dechencholing Palace, Clock Tower Square, and Motithang Takin Preserve. Other tourist attractions include Dzongs like Tashichho and Simtokha, as well as monasteries like Dechen Phodrang, Tango, and Cheri. Thimphu also has attractive cafés and pubs, as well as nightclubs and restaurants, where you may socialize and meet like-minded individuals.

• Best tourism sites to visit: Dochula Pass, Buddha Dordenma,Tashichho Dzong (Thimpu Dzong), Bhutan Post Office Headquarters, etc.
  
• Location: Western-central Bhutan