Cultural Tour of Thimphu

Spend the afternoon visiting some of Thimphu's cultural artistic sights. Your guide will take you to the impressive Zorig Chusum, Weaving centre, Folk Heritage Museum & Jungshi Paper factory. All play an important role in understanding Bhutanese culture.

Area

Thimphu

Type

Art & Architecture

Culture & People

Grade

Standard

Who

Adults

Older Kids

Difficulty

Leisurely

Duration

Half Day

First you will be driven to the Zorig Chusum, a painting school for arts and crafts. This school offers a range of courses from four to six years to master the thirteen traditional arts and crafts of Bhutan. Marvel at some of the brilliant artwork here.

Next, visit the Voluntary artist’s studio. The capital's main hub for artists, its focus is to promote both traditional and contemporary works of Bhutanese art, offering vocational training to young artists and as a creative meeting place for artists. The heart of Thimphu's art scene, its a great place to people watch and chat with artists.

Then you will continue onto the Weaving Centre or the Textile Museum. Weaving is an plays a fundamental role in the culture and tradition of Bhutan, something the Royal Textile Academy of Bhutan aims to preserve.

If time allows it, take a visit to the Jungshi paper making factory where guests can observe the entire process of producing handmade paper with methods that have been practiced for generations. Try your hand at this ancient craft and make some paper of your very own as a memento of your time in Bhutan.

Finally as you head back to your hotel, enjoy the drive past the Tashichho Dzong - the "Fortress of the Glorious Religion". Initially built in 1641, it houses the throne room of His Majesty, the King of Bhutan.

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Druk Hotel

The Druk is a charming, yet simple traditional city hotel and is located in the heart of Thimphu, Bhutan's capital city. With 51 comfortable good value rooms, tasty food and friendly service, the Druk provides a great base from which to explore the city.

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Pemako

Pemako is a luxurious property located in the heart of Thimphu and allows guests to explore the sights and shops of the capital city of utan. One of the largest buildings in Thimphu, it offers international levels of service and cuisine.

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Amankora Thimphu

Amankora Thimphu, which is part of the Aman collection in Bhutan is the perfect base to either wander through the streets and markets of the nation’s capital or start to explore the dramatic landscape of the happiest country in the world.

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Six Senses Punakha

Taking inspiration from the terraced farms of Punakha's valley, Six Senses Punakha is an elegant rustic retreat with excellent spas, dining and service.

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Zhiwa Ling Ascent

Zhiwa Ling Ascent is located in the hills above Bhutan's captial city; Thimphu. This contemporary hotel boasts stunning views of not only the city from a distance but the rolling hills beyond. Explore the Bhutanese capital, returning to panoramic views.

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Six Senses Thimphu

Hugged by lush green forest on Thimphu's steep valley, Six Senses Thimphu blends spectacular view, rustic luxury and relatively easy access from Bhutan's capital.

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