In Bhutan, you can shop for colorful masks, hand-woven bamboo items, wood carvings, stamps (great collections), silver, silk and bronzes. Handmade paper products, Buddhist paintings and religious thangkas are also popular items.
Bhutan is reflected in the arts and handicrafts of the country. Shop for souvenirs like hand woven clothes, paintings and wood works from the local markets and handicraft emporiums . Also visit the famous painting school in Thimphu or Institute of 13 Arts and Crafts in Tashi Yangtse to see what is new and what is brilliant.
You may visit handicrafts market or center for shopping. Most of shops accepts cash only. It is encouraged to have local currency while you are shopping.
The Handicrafts Emporium
The Handicrafts Emporium is located on the main street of Bhutan's capital city. It is open daily except Sunday and offers a magnificent assortment of handwoven and handcrafted goods.
Shopping hours: 9.00am - 10.00pm
Operates from Monday to Sunday accept on Tuesday.
Silversmith and goldsmith centers
Located in Thimphu Valley. A wide range of handicraft articles can be purchased and ordered to your preference.
Shopping hours: 9.00am - 10.00pm
Operates from Mondays to Sundays except Tuesdays.
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