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Buddha Dordenma
Giant Buddha Statue
Great Buddha Dordenma is a gigantic Shakyamuni Buddha statue located on Kuensel Phodrang ridge overlooking the city. It houses over one hundred thousand smaller Buddha statues, each of which, like the Great Buddha Dordenma itself, are made of bronze and gilded in gold. Construction began in 2006 and was complted in 2015.It is one of the the largest Buddha statues in the world at 52m tall.
Trips that visit Buddha Dordenma
- Window to BhutanDay 2: Thimphu Valley Tour 7 days
- Highlights of Bhutan TourDay 8: In Thimphu 10 days
- Bhutan Stopover Tour 4 days ( 3 nights)Day 1: Arrival in Paro drive to Thimphu 4 days
- Bhutan Escapade 5 daysDay 2: Thimphu Sightseeing 5 days
- Gangtey Horse Riding AdventureDay 1: Arrival in Paro, Drive to Thimphu 9 days
- Snow Leopard Jomolhari TrekDay 5: Thimphu Valley Tour 14 days
- Three Himalayan KingdomsDay 11: Drive to Thimphu 15 days
- Glimpses of Bhutan 6 DaysDay 3: Drive to Thimphu 6 days
Near Buddha Dordenma
Other places within 15 km.
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Restaurants
Babesa Village Restaurant
Only traditional Bhutanese food, from ema datshi and sikam paa to jaju soup, served in an old rammed-earth farmhouse on the city's southern edge.
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Dzongs & Fortresses
Simtokha Dzong
It is the first of Shabdrung Nawang Namgyal's Dzong or fortress built in 1629. It is much smaller compared to most other Dzongs in Bhutan.
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Stupas & Chortens
Memorial Chorten
Memorial Chorten is a large white structure with a golden spire crowning it, and is one of the most visible landmarks of Thimphu.
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Restaurants
Ambient Cafe
A relaxed café above the city square with coffee, salads, sandwiches, hummus and vegan cakes. A good choice for vegetarians or a light lunch.
