Wangditse Goemba

Wangditse Goemba is a Buddhist temple in Thimphu District, Bhutan. Wangditse Goemba is situated nearby to the marketplace Zilukha Neighborhood Vegtable Market, as well as near the place of worship Dechenphodrang Lhakhang.

Places of Interest Nearby

Highlights include Changlimithang Stadium and Institute of Traditional Medicine Services.

Changlimithang Stadium

Stadium

Photo: Steve Evans, CC BY 2.0.

The Changlimithang Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium in Thimphu, Bhutan, which serves as the national stadium of Bhutan. It is predominantly used for football matches and is the home of the Bhutan national football team, other national selections and a number of Thimphu-based football clubs. Changlimithang Stadium is situated 3 km southeast of Wangditse Goemba.

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 2 km south of Wangditse Goemba.

Motithang Takin Preserve

Zoo

Photo: Stephenshephard, CC BY-SA 3.0.

Royal Takin Preserve, located in the Motithang district of Thimphu, Bhutan is a wildlife reserve area for Bhutan takin, the national animal of Bhutan. Originally a mini-zoo, it was converted into a preserve when it was discovered that the animals refrained from inhabiting the surrounding forest even when set free. Motithang Takin Preserve is situated 2 km southwest of Wangditse Goemba.