Drukgyel Dzong
Drukgyel Dzong
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Though visitors cannot enter the ruins of this formerly majestic fortress, it's worth a visit for the gorgeous backdrop of Chomolhari mountain.
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Namgay Adventure Travels
Thimphu, Bhutan298 contributions
Sept 2022
When it was a large stronghold, the Dzong was renowned for its exquisite architecture and elaborate sculptures. But after a fire devastated it in the early 20th century, it was abandoned and left to deteriorate. The Dzong's remains are still present and are a well-liked destination for travelers to Bhutan. The remnants of the stronghold provide tourists with a fascinating look into the surrounding mountains and valley, as well as information about Bhutan's past and present.
Written 19 January 2023
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Kiran Kumar
Bengaluru, India613 contributions
Apr 2016 • Family
This attraction is very close from Tigers Nest.
Roads are good to reach this attraction.
It is more of a ruined Dzong.
Nothing much to see, if you are a lover of history, then this is a must visit place.
Roads are good to reach this attraction.
It is more of a ruined Dzong.
Nothing much to see, if you are a lover of history, then this is a must visit place.
Written 6 June 2016
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SWarmBahadur
Jaldapara Wildlife Sanctuary, India54 contributions
Mar 2016 • Family
Nothing much except for the lovely drive to this place, that said the drive itself is wonderful with lovely vies of Paro Valleys mountain deity Chomolohari on clear days.
The Dzong itself has not much to see as most of it is closed for renovation.
The Dzong itself has not much to see as most of it is closed for renovation.
Written 15 May 2016
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Charlie B
Edinburgh, UK610 contributions
Nov 2015 • Couples
There are many thongs in Bhutan - each with the same overall structure of a split between Government Offices and Buddhist monasteries. This one in Paro is particularly worth a visit - the location in central Paro makes it easy to visit and the views from the zhong are spectacular. One gets a real sense of peace and quiet during the visit and this must be a marvellous location to work in one of the Government Offices!
Written 30 November 2015
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Marlanman
Alexandria, VA206 contributions
Apr 2015 • Friends
This Dzong was on our tour but it is in ruins due to a fire. Do not make the trip out to see it. There are many other sites worth the time!
Written 16 April 2015
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kavitaRM
Rajkot, India1,581 contributions
Apr 2014 • Family
Its a lovely place - a small trek which even small children will be fine with gets you a ruin that was once an important Dzong. It has a great view from the top but could seriously do with some bathroom amenities or some sign boards...
Written 29 September 2014
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kenkeh
Subang Jaya, Malaysia4,320 contributions
This Dzong is destroyed by a fire from a butter lamp .. That's what I'm told by my Bhutan tour guide.. The journey to this Dzong was filled with fresh air , scenic beauty of the mountains .. Just watch your steps of the dog poo or whatever poo on the way ..
Written 26 November 2012
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Kristin K
Honolulu, HI238 contributions
Sept 2011 • Solo
The Dzong is in ruins but it was worth the visit for me to get some clear glimpses of the peak of Jumolhari in the distance. It's located at the trail head for the Jumolhari trek so the views are really beautiful here...though most views in Bhutan are! :) It is a very serene place, meet some locals, take in the views, also can view the Tiger's Nest across the valley from the drive there.
It's not a far drive from Paro at all, definitely worth a quick visit if it's not a super cloudy day.
It's not a far drive from Paro at all, definitely worth a quick visit if it's not a super cloudy day.
Written 6 May 2012
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islandloverBrisbane
Brisbane22 contributions
Oct 2011 • Friends
This dzong is perched on the crest of a hill above the Paro Chu. There is a delightful walk around the dzong rising gradually to the walls. The inner part of the dzong was closed due to damage September 2011 and before but there were great views down and up the valley including the peak of Jhomolhari. Trekking ponies were being loaded in the village which is the start point of a number of multi-day treks.
Written 30 December 2011
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37421kittyw
85 contributions
Dec 2019
we did not go to the estate but only looked it is private and we were not invited it is a good drive by
Written 23 December 2019
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