Trongsa Dzong
The Vanguard of the Warriors - Trongsa Dzongkhag is located near the center of Bhutan and, because of its strategic location, was once considered vital in controlling the country.
This hamlet is located on a rocky ridge with breathtaking views of the vast valleys that surround it. The balconies of the numerous hotels, guesthouses, and restaurants all offer breathtaking views. Because it is built atop a steep slope that drops off into the skies on its south side, Trongsa Dzong is easily visible from wherever in town and is usually an amazing sight.
The Trongsa Dzong, which was erected in 1644, was the Wangchuck dynasty's seat of power before they became kings of Bhutan in 1907. The King of Bhutan is traditionally known as the Trongsa Penlop (governor) before being named the Crown Prince and then the King. For centuries, the dzong, which was built on a mountain spur high above the Mangde Chhu's gorges, ruled over the east-west trade. Trongsa also has a fantastic museum. Trongsa's watchtower has been transformed into a Wangchuck dynasty museum, and it's a great site to learn about the kingdom's history.
During December or January, the Trongsa tshechu, a five-day event, is celebrated in the northern courtyard. Every monastery in Bhutan celebrates this event, which commemorates Guru Rimpoche's arrival in Bhutan in the eighth century as a symbol of Buddhism's triumph over evil. According to the Bhutanese calendar, it takes place in the spring and fall seasons.
Location: Trongsa, Trongsa district, Bhutan
