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📍  Buddha Dordenma Statue སྟོན་པ་རྡོར་གདན་མ།

✈️  Paro International Airport (PBH)

🚗  49.4 KM

⏱️  1 hour, 55 minutes

The Buddha Dordenma is a giant Shakyamuni Buddha statue in the mountains near Thimphu, Bhutan, commemorating the centennial of the Bhutanese monarchy. The statue houses over one hundred thousand smaller Buddha statues and offers panoramic views of the surrounding valley. Accessibility is generally good, with paved roads leading to the site, though some areas might pose challenges for those with mobility issues. It is suitable for both solo exploration and guided tours, with the latter providing deeper insights into the site's history and significance. Bhutan has seasonal weather patterns, with the best times to visit being spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November) for pleasant weather. A visit typically lasts 2-3 hours, and while there is no entrance fee, costs will primarily be associated with transportation to and from Thimphu.