The city of Tongsa Dzong lies 2200 meters above sea level in Bhutan. It lies between the cities of Ha and Tashiganj. The Tongsa Dzong once housed the Bhutanese Royal family. Built in 1648, the Tongsa Dzong is a maze of narrow winding streets housing Buddhist Pagodas and offices. This multistoried structure was carved out of the mountainside, and is one of the architectural wonders of Bhutan.
The Tongsa Dzong was both a religious center and a defense against enemy armies. It has a brightly colored roof, very conspicuous against the earth tones of the hillsides. The traditional administrative affairs lie with the Tongsa Dzong, which chooses the member of the royal family who goes on to become the monarch of Bhutan.
The scenery for miles around is made up of magnificent mountain peaks and green valleys. Watch the clouds drifting below the Tongsa Dzong, in a surreal and out of the world experience. The place is ideal for meditation and quiet contemplation, as practiced by Buddhist Monks at the Tongsa Dzong for centuries. The Tongsa Dzong is a revered place of pilgrimage for the Bhutanese, who will undertake long, arduous treks to get to this holy city.
The Ta Dzong the watchtower located just above the Tongsa Dzong. It was the administrative headquarters of the Tongsa Dzong, and was used for keeping an eye on the surroundings.
