Trongsa Ta Dzong Tourism

Type of destination: Museum/Historical Landmark

Trongsa Ta Dzong is an ancient watchtower that has been transformed into a museum sitting atop a steep hill with a commanding view of the Trongsa valley in Bhutan. It overlooks the traditionally built, winding roads and the Trongsa Dzong, a monastery and fortress that presents a fine example of Bhutanese architecture. The Dzong itself plays a significant part in the history of Bhutan, as it was from this place that the first two kings ruled the country. Ta Dzong is known for housing a museum that reflects the rich culture and heritage of Bhutan. It boasts an extensive collection of artifacts, ranging from Buddhist religious items to royal memorabilia, which provides an intimate look into the nation's past. Along with the historical significance, the location offers spectacular views of the surrounding landscape, making it a place of both cultural and natural beauty. Access to the Dzong involves a bit of a hike, which adds to the experience of visiting this important Bhutanese landmark.

Top 5 Reviews on Trongsa Ta Dzong

Charles_and_Susan

Wrote on 30th Dec, 2023

Museum about Bhutan history

The watchtower which is now a museum sits above the monastery. Tight security to go in to ensure you don't take any photos. There are interesting exhibits mainly about the monarchy of Bhutan. You walk..

rons320

Wrote on 19th Oct, 2023

Ta Dzong

The watch tower Ta Dzong is now home of the Royal Heritage museum. Lots of artifacts related to the ruling Wangchuck dynasty, among them the Raven Crown of the kings of Bhutan. No photography allowed ..

mikeej99

Wrote on 17th Feb, 2020

Ancient lookout tower now a museum

The museum is very interesting with many ancient relics and statues of dieties. They strictly forbid photography and take all cameras and phones and run you through a detector and a pat down to ensure..