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What to see in Trongsa
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TRONGSA
Dzong : Built in 1648, it is the ancestral home of the Royal
family. Both the first and second King ruled the country from this
ancient seat. All four Kings held the post of Trongsa Penlop (honorary
governor) prior to being crowned as King. The Dzong is a massive
structure with many levels, which slope down the contours of a hill
on which it perches. Because of its highly strategic position as
the only connecting route between east and west, the Trongsa Penlop
was able to control the whole of the eastern region effectively.
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Trongsa Dzong
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Trongsa Taa Dzong
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TAA
Dzong : This watch tower which once guarded Trongsa Dzong from
internal rebellion, stands impressively and provides visitors an
insight into historical significance of Trongsa in Bhutan's history.
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Chorten : Enroute to Trongsa is Chendbji Chorten, patterned on Swayambhunath
temple in Kathmandu. It was built in 19th century by Lama Shida, from
Tibet, to cover the remains of an evil spirit that was killed at this
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Chendebji chorten |
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