Trongsa,
at an altitude of 2200m. forms the central hub of the
nation and is historically the place from where attempts
at unifying the country were launched. The Royal family
has strong links with Trongsa. Both His Majesty King
Ugyen Wangchuck and his successor, King Jigme Wangchuck
ruled the country from this Dzong.
Trongsa Dzong: built in 1648 is an
impregnable fortress. The massive structure is built
on many levels into the side of the hill that includes
countless courtyards, passage ways and corridors in
addition to the twenty three temples inside the Dzong.
Due to its highly strategic position as the only connecting
route between east and west the Trongsa Penlop (Governor)
was able to control the whole region effectively for
centuries. Above the Dzong a Ta Dzong (watch tower)
was built to watch out for invades and travelers. Now
it’s a temple dedicated to the great hero Ling
Gesar. |