Thimphu facts for kids
Thimphu (ཐིམ་ཕུ་) is the capital city of Bhutan. It is the name of the surrounding valley and dzongkhag, the Thimphu District. It has a population of 50,000 (2003), it is the largest population center in the country. Thimphu is located at 27°28′00″N, 89°38′30″E.
Images for kids
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View of Tashichoedzong, Thimbu. The 17th-century fortress-monastery, located on the northern edge of the city, has been the seat of Bhutan's government since 1952.
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5th King of the House of Wangchuck of Bhutan – Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck.
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Weaving – particular heritage of women in Bhutan.
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Thangka painting of Milarepa in a monastery in Thimphu.
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Embroidery, School of Traditional Arts.
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Archery competition in Thimphu.
See also
In Spanish: Timbu para niños
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