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.
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