Punakha Dzong སྤུ་ན་ཁ་རྫོང་།
Majestic cultural center in Bhutan
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Punakha Dzong, also known as Pungthang Dewa chhenbi Phodrang, is a stunning administrative center in Bhutan. Built in the 17th century by Ngawang Namgyal, it's one of the oldest and largest dzongs in the country. Nestled between two rivers, this majestic structure houses sacred relics and is a significant cultural site. Once the capital of Bhutan, it now serves as a winter residence for the clergy. With its beautiful architecture and rich history, Punakha Dzong is a must-visit destination for those exploring the beauty of Bhutan.

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Things to Do Nearby

Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup Lhakhang Nunnery
Sopsokha
Dharma Siddhi, Punakha
ABC Lodge
Chimi Lhakhang
Gangtey Monastery
Gangtey Nature Trail
Dochula Pass
Buddha Dordenma Statue
Jungshi handmade paper factory
Thimphu Plaza
Bhutan Postal Museum
National Memorial Chorten
Royal Textile Academy རྒྱལ་འཛིན་ཐག་རིག་སློབ་སྡེ།
Tashichho Dzong Viewpoint
Royal Takin Preserve
Meditation cave of Drupwang Thinley Gyatsho
COMO Uma Paro
Rinpung Dzong
Paro
Kyichu Lhakhang
Taktsang Monastery - Tiger's nest
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