Tuesday, December 29, 2009

Punakha
It used to be the capital of Bhutan till 1955. It is still the winter residence of the central monastic body.
view of rice terraces in Punakha

Punakha Dzong (also known as Palace of Happiness) It's a massive structure at the junction of 2 rivers and also the most beautiful and well-known fortress connected to Bhutan's historical traditions.

Wangdue Phodrang
Said to have named after the Dzong in Wangdue. In the 17th Century, this city played a critical role in unifying the western, central and southern Bhutanese Dzongkhags.Wangdue Dzong

Trongsa
The central most Dzongkhag of Bhutan.
Trongsa Dzong (or Fortress on tip of a Conch) is the longest Dzong in the Bhutan.

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