Bhutan Postal Museum

The Bhutan Postal Museum was opened on 7 November 2015 at the General Post Office building in the capital city Thimphu.[1] The postal museum narrates the story of the evolution of communication, transportation and postal services in Bhutan's history. The story is told through the collection of various anecdotes, artifacts and the rich assortment of stamps Bhutan has produced over the years.[2]

Bhutan Postal Runner as displayed in the Bhutan Postal Museum in Thimphu, Bhutan

Five galleries trace the development of the Bhutanese postal system, from the earliest mail runners to Bhutan's often unusual and highly collectable stamps:[3][2][4]

• Gallery I is used for temporary exhibitions, changing according to special occasions in the country and stamp releases.
• Gallery II traces the history of communication during the pre-postal era when messengers were used to deliver government decrees and letters.
• Gallery III tells the story of the development of the postal and telegraph system in the Bhutan and showcases old postal and telegraphic equipment, devices and furniture.
• Gallery IV exhibits the stamp issues dedicated to the Wangchuck dynasty, with information provided on the start of the monarchy in Bhutan in 1907 and a brief life history of the successive kings of Bhutan.
• Gallery V displays Bhutan’s postage stamps, which have been used as "Little Ambassadors" to promote Bhutan’s independence, rich culture, fauna and flora. On display are among others Bhutan's famous 'Talking Stamps'

The Museum is open from Monday- Saturday from 9:00 AM - 5 PM during Summer and 9:00 AM - 4 PM during Winter. It is also open during the Thimphu Drubchoe and Tshechu.[5] Bhutan Postal Museum has become already popular among international tourists[6] and is listed as a "Must Visit Attraction" for Bhutan.[7]