Thimphu is the educational hub of Bhutan, offering the highest concentration of primary, secondary, and tertiary institutions in the country.
* **Royal Thimphu College (RTC):** Bhutan's first private college, beautifully situated in the forested foothills of Bogar Nang, offering degrees in arts, commerce, and science. * **Royal University of Bhutan (RUB):** The headquarters of the national university system is located in Thimphu. * **Khesar Gyalpo University of Medical Sciences:** The premier institution for training doctors, nurses, and traditional medicine practitioners in Bhutan. * **Royal Institute of Management (RIM):** A key institution for training civil servants and business administrators. * **High Schools:** Notable secondary institutions include Motithang Higher Secondary School, Yangchenphug Higher Secondary School, and Pelkhil School. * **Libraries:** The National Library of Bhutan is located in Thimphu, serving both as an archive for priceless ancient Buddhist manuscripts and a public reference library.
