As an architecture lover I enjoyed visiting all the dzong. This might not be the best looking one but definitely most crucial for the country, so it's still worth visiting. It's also fun watching the flag lowering ceremony.

It was wonderful to be in this place. This is the Bhutanese government building, the office of the King of Bhutan and the summer residence of the leader of Bhutanese Buddhism. We walked through the main courtyard, which we reached after a security check by a security guard. The main temple is fascinating, and we spent about 20 minutes in it. The guide showed us which part of this complex is older and which was started to be built in the 1960s. On the way to this complex, we could see the Bhutanese parliament building and the palace of the Bhutanese king.

Thimpu Dzong is placed adjacent to the King's palace. This was our first sight visit after landing at Paro as we were staying the night at Thimpu. Entry tickets were at NG 500 . We realised later that in Bhutan u need to carry lots of cash as card acceptance is almost NIL , ATMS dont usually work with Indian cards and entry ticket costs are steep. However the Dzong is majestic and huge and is the centre for all dance festivals in Thimpu. Need to be appropriately dressed without a cap, goggles etc. A Dzong is a buddist place of worship and needs appropriate respect from all visitors.

As a travel agent, I can say that no visit to Bhutan is complete without experiencing the grandeur of Tashichho Dzong. This majestic fortress, nestled on the banks of the Wangchu River, is not only the seat of Bhutan's government but also a symbol of spiritual and cultural heritage. The meticulously crafted architecture and serene gardens are breathtaking, while the Dzong’s rich history leaves visitors in awe. It's a must-see, blending Bhutan's past and present seamlessly!

Most of the fortress was only built in the 1960’s. The function of the building is part administrative part religious. It hosts government departments on one side of the compound with the temple on the opposite side. The building has impressive scale although access in limited to evenings during the week and all-day weekends and public holidays. Unfortunately, most of the complex is out of bounds apart from the courtyard and main temple.