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Open today at 9:00-17:00
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PO Box 185, Pedzoe Lam, Thimphu, BhutanMap
Phone+975 2 322 693
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  • Charles_and_Susan
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    Impressive store of Bhutan books

    We visited as part of our Bhutan tour. Although the library itself and the books it contained were impressive the books were stored and we wouldn't have been able to read them anyway. Even so, you can...

    Reviewed on Dec 28, 2023
  • Namgay T
    Namgay T
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    If you haven't visited Bhutan's National Library yet, you're missing out on more than just books!

    The National Library is not just a place to read books, it's a sacred site that must be respected. As you remove your shoes and hats, take a moment to appreciate the holy Buddhist scriptures and the w...

    Reviewed on Mar 20, 2023
  • Gordon T
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    Interesting Bhutan National Library

    The National Library and Archives of Bhutan has a primary function of "collecting and preserving Bhutanese literature on religion, culture, history and social traditions." The Library building is a ...

    Reviewed on May 14, 2020
  • wallacejain
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    NATIONAL LIBRARY AND ARCHIVES

    Located on the northern end of THIMPU, Bhutan’s National Library and Archives, houses a collection of priceless Buddhist manuscripts. It was established in 1967 To provide a permanent home for the sac...

    Reviewed on Nov 18, 2019
  • Amanda P
    Amanda P
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    Interesting

    We enjoyed going to the Library. The largest booked in Bhutan is there - you don't get to turn any pages though, unless you are prepared a hefty sum!. We enjoyed as we love books. This a histori...

    Reviewed on Jul 11, 2019
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