Institute for Zorig Chusum (School of Arts and Crafts)
Trashi Yangtse is Bhutan’s premier hub for master woodcarvers and artisans who specialize in making traditional wooden bowls and cups (Dapa). The local branch of the Institute for Zorig Chusum trains young students in Bhutan’s 13 traditional arts, emphasizing woodcarving, painting, and embroidery.
Visitors to the institute can observe students honing their craftsmanship in real-time. Adjacent local artisan shops offer authentic handcrafted wooden items, making it the best location in Bhutan to purchase genuine Dapa directly from local craftspeople.
