The Buddha Dordenma Statue, also known as Buddha Point, is located in Thimphu, which is the capital of Bhutan. It is also called Kuensel Phodrang. It is gigantic in size as it is a 51.5 meter Shakyamuni Buddha statue made of Bronze and gilt. It was constructed amid a huge sprawl of mountains in Bhutan.
Buddha Point offers the best panoramic view of the entire Thimphu Valley. The surroundings of the Buddha Dordenma are filled with numerous ornamental plants and trees. The site gives a soothing and calming impression to every visitor.
The Buddha statue is placed on a Lotus throne. It covers an approximately 2 km area, lying on top of the Kuensel Phodrang hill. The structure is adorned with 100,000 smaller Buddha figurines. The Buddha Point is a highly sacred space to the Buddhist community.
The best panoramic view of the Thimphu Valley can be enjoyed from here. There is an exceptionally rich and magnificent view from the point. Spiritual people come here to meditate and enjoy the ambiance of peace and spirituality. It is a world-famous tourist destination.
The Buddha Dordenma Statue, inaugurated in 2015, is one of the major attractions of Thimphu. The statue is placed such that it is easily visible from all parts of Thimphu. It is the biggest Buddha statue in the region. The statue houses a meditation hall, monasteries, monk dormitories, classrooms, and a library.
