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All Bhutan Trongsa

The Atlas Obscura Guide To Trongsa

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Trongsa, Bhutan

Updated May 30, 2019

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View of Trongsa Dzong from Trongsa village

Trongsa, Bhutan

Trongsa Dzong

The largest and, arguably, most scenic fortress in Bhutan.
Chendebji Chorten.

Trongsa, Bhutan

Chendebji Chorten

An 18th-century Nepali-style chorten built to subdue demons and evil spirits.
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Jambay Lhakhang temple

Jakar, Bhutan

Jambay Lhakhang

According to legend, this temple was built to pin down the body of a demoness who lay across the Himalayas.
14 miles from Trongsa
The Burning Lake.

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The Burning Lake

Legend has it a sacred treasure hidden by an ancient guru was revealed with a burning butter lamp from these waters.
18 miles from Trongsa
Gangteng Gompa.

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Gangteng Gompa

This 17th-century Bhutanese monastery is ensconced in Buddhist legend.
21 miles from Trongsa

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Ogyen Choling Palace and Museum

This Bhutanese site is one of eight sacred locales established by a revered 14th-century Buddhist master.
24 miles from Trongsa
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