About Thimphu

The Capital City of Bhutan

Thimphu is located in the western part of Bhutan at an altitude of around 2,300 meters. It is the capital of the country and is located in the fertile valley of the Thimphu river. Though small with a population of about 100,000 people, Thimphu is a cosmopolitan city with an active resident expatriate population from countries such as India, Japan, Austria, Switzerland, the Netherlands, Denmark, New Zealand, Bangladesh, and South Korea. Thimphu is a cauldron of the new and the old with ancient monuments, fortresses, and temples juxtaposed with modern infrastructure.

Key Features of Thimphu

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Location & Altitude

Located in the western part of Bhutan at an altitude of around 2,300 meters in the fertile valley of the Thimphu river.

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Population & Diversity

Small population of about 100,000 people with an active resident expatriate population from countries such as India, Japan, Austria, Switzerland, the Netherlands, Denmark, New Zealand, Bangladesh, and South Korea.

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Cultural Heritage

A blend of ancient monuments, fortresses, and temples juxtaposed with modern infrastructure, creating a unique cultural experience.

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Climate

Pleasant and warm summers with cold but sunny and clear winters, offering comfortable living conditions throughout the year.

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Infrastructure

Well-established infrastructure including modern telecommunications network, good road links, modern and traditional hospitals, reliable power supply, and peaceful community.

Capital City

Thimphu serves as the capital of Bhutan, offering all the amenities and services expected of a national capital while maintaining its unique cultural identity.

Thimphu Valley - Where Tradition Meets Modernity

Thimphu at a Glance

2,300m

Altitude

100,000+

Population

Capital

City Status

Western

Region