Trashi Chho Dzong Tourism

Type of destination: Monastery and Fortress

Trashi Chho Dzong, also known as 'the fortress of the glorious religion', is an impressive monastery and fortress located in the northern part of Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan. Positioned on the western bank of the Wang Chu River, it has been the seat of Bhutan's government since 1952. Trashi Chho Dzong is a fine example of Bhutanese architectural grandeur with its triple-tiered golden roofs, whitewashed walls, and intricate woodwork. This massive structure houses the throne room of His Majesty, the King of Bhutan, and various government offices. It is also the summer residence of the Je Khenpo, the Chief Abbot of Bhutan. The dzong hosts the popular annual Tsechu festival, drawing thousands of locals and tourists. The complex consists of a central utse (tower), numerous temples, administrative offices, and courtyards. The gardens and grounds surrounding the dzong are meticulously maintained, making it an exquisite place for both spirituality and governance. This iconic structure symbolizes the harmonious blend of tradition and governance unique to Bhutan's cultural landscape.

Top 5 Reviews on Trashi Chho Dzong

Trumpboyer86

Wrote on 14th Jun, 2024

Nice Dzong to walk around in

- You have to wait until 6pm before you can enter as the Dzong also served as govt offices during the day time. - Do make sure your footwear is easily removable as many places require to remove shoes.

Combit

Wrote on 17th May, 2024

Impressive

Thimpu Dzong is placed adjacent to the King's palace. This was our first sight visit after landing at Paro as we were staying the night at Thimpu. Entry tickets were at NG 500 . We realised later that..

X6428WRanthonyc

Wrote on 20th Mar, 2024

It is definitely the most beautiful government building in the world

It was wonderful to be in this place. This is the Bhutanese government building, the office of the King of Bhutan and the summer residence of the leader of Bhutanese Buddhism. We walked through the ma..

Tour808318

Wrote on 14th Feb, 2024

Flag lowering ceremony

As an architecture lover I enjoyed visiting all the dzong. This might not be the best looking one but definitely most crucial for the country, so it's still worth visiting. It's also fun watching the ..

bhutantorisminfo

Wrote on 30th Jan, 2024

Thimphu Tashichho Dzong

Thimphu Dzong, also known as Tashichho Dzong, is a majestic fortress located in the capital city of Bhutan, Thimphu. Built in the 17th century, it serves as both a religious center and administrative ..