| Tsimasham | ||
| State | Bhutan | |
|---|---|---|
| Altitude | 2,245 m a.s.l. | |
| Inhabitants | 2.855 (2013 estimate) | |
| Prefix tel | 975 | |
| Time zone | UTC 6 | |
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Tsimasham is a city of Western Bhutan.
To know
The city is quite arid and has no charm or cohesion whatsoever. There is no reason to stop here, except perhaps to take a refreshing break.
Geographical notes
The city is located in the district of Chhukha 40 km south of Thimphu.
When to go
| Climate | gen | Feb | mar | apr | mag | down | Jul | needle | set | Oct | nov | dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum (° C) | 8 | 10 | 13 | 15 | 17 | 15 | 16 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 12 | 10 |
| Minimum (° C) | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 1 | 6 | 7 | 4 | 2 |
| Precipitation (mm) | 8 | 24 | 26 | 100 | 193 | 319 | 266 | 272 | 251 | 86 | 1 | 4 |
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The hottest month is May with 11 ° C while January has an average of 4 ° C.
June with its 319 mm of rain is the wettest month, while November is the driest month with 1 mm of rain.
How to orient yourself
Tsimasham: full screen map.How to get
By car
Tsimasham is located on the main road of Thimphu to Phuentsholing.
By bus
All buses that travel the route between Thimphu is Phuentsholing pass through Tsimasham.
How to get around
What see
- Chukha Dzong. The dzong is new and therefore lacks the treasures and charm of traditional dzongs. However, the structure is impressive and deserves a few movie shots.
Events and parties
What to do
Shopping
How to have fun
Where to eat
There are many restaurants that cater to inter-district bus passengers. However, the restaurants are uninspiring and the choice of dishes is limited. It is best to prepare a packed lunch at the starting point.
