Simtokha Dzong
Historic 17th-century fortress-monastery that serves as the oldest of its kind in the country. It was the first structure to combine monastic and administrative facilities and currently houses a language learning institute. Lees meer…
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Built between 1629 and 1632 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, this structure is recognized as the oldest dzong in the kingdom. It marked a significant shift in architecture as the first fortress to integrate both administrative and monastic functions within a single complex.
The site is characterized by a unique 12-sided central tower and its position on a lofty ridge. The interior preserves the historic bed chambers of Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal and Jigme Namgyel.
Decorated with ancient mural paintings, intricate slate carvings, and various statues, the monument remains a significant cultural landmark. It currently houses an institute for the study of the Dzongkha language.
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