Changlimithang Archery Ground Tourism

Type of destination: Archery Ground / Sports Complex

Changlimithang Archery Ground is a significant cultural sporting venue located in the heart of Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan. Archery is the national sport of Bhutan, and Changlimithang Archery Ground is one of the premier locations where archery tournaments and competitions are held, attracting both local archers and international visitors alike. Established in 1974 to commemorate the coronation of the Fourth King of Bhutan, the ground is historically rich and has been a part of Bhutan's transition to modernity while preserving its rich cultural heritage. The field is well-maintained with vibrant colors and traditional motifs. Surrounding the archery range are stadium seating and facilities for spectators to enjoy the matches. Changlimithang also hosts events for football (soccer) and other sports activities, making it a versatile sports complex. The area is often vibrant, brimming with the excitement of competitions coupled with the traditional music and dance, making it a great cultural experience for anyone visiting Bhutan.

Top 5 Reviews on Changlimithang Archery Ground

AZCasualTraveler

Wrote on 16th May, 2020

The Most Popular Sport in Bhutan

If you don't know already, Archery is not only the most popular sport in Bhutan but it is also designated as the National Sport in Bhutan. So our small tour group itinerary would not be complete with..

VinnieLondon_SE2

Wrote on 2nd Nov, 2019

Archery national sport taking seriously

Worth a short stop if visiting Thimphu. Archery is the national sport taken very seriously. As other visitors have commented the targets are amazingly over 100 metres away from the shooting stand..whi..

ginnyg0708

Wrote on 30th Apr, 2019

Traditional Archery - great to watch

I was fortunate to see an archery competition using traditional wooden bows and arrows. Catch one if you can as it’s a great spectacle, especially if someone hits the target, which is some distance aw..

Adventurers049

Wrote on 2nd Apr, 2019

WOW!

I reckon these guys would plit a pea at 100 metres! The markmanship is outstanding! The target is dinner plate size at 150 metres... and not only do they hit it, but get bulls eyes too!!! When a bulls..

BhutanOnway

Wrote on 21st Mar, 2019

National sport of Bhutan

One of the best place to witness a game of traditional and modern archery. Which is a national sport of Bhutan. If you want to take some good picture of archery match then this is one of the best plac..