26/09/2023
The Buddha Dordenma, located in Thimphu, Bhutan, is a magnificent 169-foot-tall bronze statue of Buddha Shakyamuni. It sits atop a hill overlooking the capital city and is one of the largest Buddha statues in the world. The statue symbolizes peace and happiness and is a significant religious and cultural landmark in Bhutan, attracting both pilgrims and tourists alike. It was completed in 2015 and has since become an iconic representation of Bhutan's spiritual heritage and commitment to Buddhism.
