Monuments in Bhutan

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Famous for: Rinpung Dzong- The Fortress of the Heap of Jewels

Rinpung Dzong, which means “the fortress of the heap of jewels” was constructed in 1646 by Shabdrung Ngawang Nagoyaz, the first religious and earthly ruler of Bhutan, the Dzong house...

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Famous for: Monastery

This monastery was founded by Lama gyalwa Lhanangpa in the 12th century and the present edifice was constructed in the 15th century by the ‘Divine Madman’, Lama Drukpa Kunley. In 161...

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Famous for: Scenic Beauty

Like almost all townships in the realm, this Dzong architecture dominates the entire Trongsa horizon dwarfing the neighbouring buildings. Constructed in 1648, it was the seat of power over centr...

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Famous for: Phuentsholing- Point of Entry, Architechtures

Phuentsholing is the point of entry for travellers arriving by bus from Kolkata and Siliguriand the town functions mostly as a place where Bhutanese and Indians do business. The a...