National Library of Bhutan, Thimphu

Name: National Library of Bhutan
Address: Pedzoe Lam, Thimphu, Bhutan
Telephone: +975 2 324 314

#16 among attractions in Thimphu

Postmodern architecture, Library

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The National Library of Bhutan, Thimphu, Bhutan was established in 1967 for the purpose of "preservation and promotion of the rich cultural and religious heritage" of Bhutan. It is located in the Kawajangtsa area of Thimphu, above the Royal Thimphu Golf Course, near the Folk Heritage Museum and the National Institute for Zorig Chusum. ()

Local name: འབྲུག་རྒྱལ་ཡོངས་དཔེ་མཛོད Established: 1967 (57 years ago)Coordinates: 27°28'60"N, 89°37'56"E

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Pedzoe LamThimphu Bhutan

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+975 2 324 314

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National Library of Bhutan – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Changlimithang Stadium, Centenary Park, Memorial Chorten, Dechen Phodrang Monastery.

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Memorial Chorten, Thimphu
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Dechen Phodrang Monastery, Thimphu
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Folk Heritage Museum, Thimphu
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Institute of Traditional Medicine Services, Thimphu
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is National Library of Bhutan open?

National Library of Bhutan is open:

Monday 9 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 5 pm
Thursday 9 am - 5 pm
Friday 9 am - 5 pm
Saturday closed
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to National Library of Bhutan?

Nearby attractions include Institute of Traditional Medicine Services, Thimphu (2 min walk), Folk Heritage Museum, Thimphu (2 min walk), National Land Commission, Thimphu (9 min walk), Royal Textile Academy of Bhutan, Thimphu (9 min walk).