Gatehouse (Chekpost)
Gatehouse (Chekpost) is a building in Thimphu District, Bhutan. Gatehouse (Chekpost) is situated nearby to the government office National Assembly of Bhutan, as well as near Banquet Hall.Places of Interest Nearby
Highlights include National Library of Bhutan and Institute of Traditional Medicine Services.
National Library of Bhutan
Library
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The National Library of Bhutan, located in Thimphu, Bhutan, was established in 1967 for the purpose of "preservation and promotion of the rich cultural and religious heritage" of Bhutan. National Library of Bhutan is situated 1 km southwest of Gatehouse (Chekpost).
Institute of Traditional Medicine Services
Hospital
The Institute of Traditional Medicine Services is based in Thimphu, the capital of Bhutan, located on a hilltop above the Traditional Arts Center and the National Library. Institute of Traditional Medicine Services is situated 1½ km southwest of Gatehouse (Chekpost).
Royal Textile Academy
Museum
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The Royal Textile Academy of Bhutan was founded to preserve and promote the living art of weaving which is an important part of the culture and tradition of Bhutan. Royal Textile Academy is situated 1¼ km south of Gatehouse (Chekpost).
Places in the Area
Nearby places include Thimphu.
Thimphu
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Thimphu is the capital of the Kingdom of Bhutan, and with a population of around 115,000, it is the nation's largest city.
Gatehouse (Chekpost)
- Type: Building
- Location: Thimphu District, Bhutan, South Asia, Asia
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Latitude
27.49025° or 27° 29′ 25″ northLongitude
89.63893° or 89° 38′ 20″ eastLevels
1Open location code
7MVFFJRQ+4HOpenStreetMap ID
way 246796276OpenStreetMap feature
building=yes
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