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Thimphu Dzongkhag

Buddha Dordenma & Thimphu viewpoints

A 51-metre gilded Buddha over the valley

About Buddha Dordenma & Thimphu viewpoints

The Buddha Dordenma statue overlooks Thimphu from Kuenselphodrang, with 125,000 smaller Buddhas inside. The hilltop is also the city's best panorama and a favourite sunset walk.

Highlights

Buddha point; Kuenselphodrang trails; weekend farmers market

Getting there

15 minutes by road from central Thimphu

Etiquette & responsible travel

Dress modestly and keep voices low in the meditation halls.

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