Weekend Market of Thimphu
The weekend market is in a permanent set of stalls north of Changlimithang Stadium. Vendors from throughout the region with varied products arrive on Friday and ends on Sunday afternoon. It resembles the farmers market in the west. It is the main source of fresh produce for Thimphu residents. It is an interesting place to visit, where people from all walks of life rub shoulders in term of buying and selling of products .Located near the Weekend Market area is one of the tallest temples and was built in 1990s by a local resident. Zangdopelri refers to the celestial abode of Guru Rinpoche.
Near Weekend Market of Thimphu
More to see around 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.
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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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Museums & Institutions
Bhutan Postal Museum
The museum features images that chronicle this journey, along with rare artifacts and Bhutan’s unique stamps, highlighting the nation's rich traditions and cultural heritage.
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Temples & Monasteries
Buddha Dordenma
Great Buddha Dordenma is a gigantic Shakyamuni Buddha statue located on Kuensel Phodrang ridge overlooking the city.
