Facts about Thimphu include information on the location and population of Thimphu. Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan lies on the western part of it. Located in the eastern ranges of Himalayas, Thimphu shares its borders with China on the north and on east, west and south by India. The picturesque city is the home to over 2.13 million people. Facts about Thimphu are very essential for travelers touring the country.
Facts about Thimphu include information on getting to Thimphu. Paro is the only airport of Bhutan. Situated at an elevation of 2190 meters above the sea level, the airport lies enclosed by the mountains. It takes about 6 hours and 35 minutes to travel from London to Bhutan For obtaining visas you have to apply to the Department of Tourism in Bhutan. The dialing code of the country is 975.
The hotels, restaurants and bars in Thimphu charge high service charges. So it is suggested not to tip while you visit the hotels, restaurants and the bars. The taxi drivers are not tipped.
Depending on the area you are coming from, you need yellow fever vaccination certificate. There is high risk of malaria and cholera in the country. You should take proper vaccination or carry medicines before coming to the country. Water should be boiled before taking. Milk available is unpasteurized and should be boiled before taking. One should insist on having cooked vegetables.
The banking hours in Thimphu are from 9 in the morning till 1 at noon and the banks are open from Monday till Friday. Holidays are observed on August 8, November 11 and 12 and on December 17, which is the national day of Bhutan.
The tourists are advised to carry light clothes if you are visiting the plain lands. Carry woolen garments if you are traveling to the heights. Dzongkha is the official language of the country. Mahayana Buddhism is the principal religion of the land.
There are a number of restaurants, bars and hotels in Thimphu. Besides there excellent places where you can go for shopping for the local products.
Ngultrun which is equal to 100 Chetum is the currency of the country.
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