Activities in Thimphu
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National Institute for Zorig Chusum
The National Institute for Zorig Chusum is commonly known as ‘the painting school’. It operates under the auspices of the National Technical Training Institute and offers four- to six-year courses that provide instruction in many of Bhutan’s traditional arts to students from throughout the country whose aptitude is more artistic than academic. The students follow a comprehensive course that starts with drawing and progresses through painting, woodcarving, embroidery and statue-making.
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Royal Thimphu Golf Club
The Royal Thimphu Golf Club has a nine-hole course beautifully situated above Trashi Chhoe Dzong. Indian Brigadier General TV Jaganathan, posted in Bhutan between 1968 and 1973, got permission from King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck to construct a few holes. The king later granted permission to expand the course to nine holes, recognising that it would provide an attractive green area adjacent to Trashi Chhoe Dzong. The course was formally inaugurated in 1971 as the Royal Thimphu Golf Club.
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Bhutan Bicycle Club
The Bhutan Bicycle Club organises rides and has bikes for hire (US$30 per day, including helmet). A helmet is required within Thimphu city limits.
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Sports Complex
You can swim in the pool at Thimphu’s Sports Complex. There is also a basketball court and gym.
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