Drukgyel Dzong
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Tags : Buddhist Temple
Timings : 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Entry Fee : No Entry Fee
Drukgyel Dzong, Paro Overview
Drukgyel Dzong was built in 1649 to mark Bhutan's victory over a Tibetan invasion. A 1951 fire gutted the fortress, and it stood as a ruin for over six decades until the government began a large-scale restoration in 2016. Climb up today and you still get one of Paro Valley's best views, framed by Mt. Jomolhari on a clear day.
Drukgyel Dzong was almost entirely destroyed by a 1951 fire. It stood as a preserved ruin, its stone and rammed-earth walls still showing how the fortress once worked, until 2016, when the Bhutanese government launched a full-scale reconstruction. It's on Bhutan's tentative list for UNESCO World Heritage status. On a clear day, it offers a rare direct view of Mt. Jomolhari, Bhutan's most sacred peak, making the short walk up worthwhile even without a guide.
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Original Architecture of the Drukgyel Dzong
History of the Drukgyal Dzong
There is a false entry gate in the dzong which gave enemies a false illusion of the entrance. In reality, there was only one entrance to the dzong. In fact, there are secret tunnels which supported the army to pass easily from one place to another, without any danger.
Present Day Condition of the Drukgyel Dzong
It is a paradise for photography lovers since the site is best for clicking photographs. Capturing the essence of Bhutan at this intriguing location is exciting.
