Tashichho Dzong means ‘fortress of the glorious religion’. It was built in 1641 and rebuilt into present structure by late king Jigme Dorji Wangchuk (Father of Modern Bhutan) in the year 1962-1969. It is located along the bank of Wangchu (Thim Chhu), is an architectural delight and houses the throne room, and the office of His Majesty the king and the ministries of home affairs and finance. It is also the summer residence of our central monastic body. This fortress was built without the use of any nails. By nightfall, the dzong is lit up in white and red lights, illuminating it an elegant glow.
It is one the most important attractions for tourist in the capital city, Thimphu. Almost every visitors make visit to this Dzong (fortress). It is open to visitors after the office hours on week days and is open in daytime on weekends and government holidays. The large open air courtyard hosts the annual Thimphu dromche festival now. The Thimphu Tsechu festival is now held at the Tendrel Thang instead of courtyard. Everyone is welcome to Bhutan and make visit to this religious fortress and learn more about the Bhutanese traditional method of construction of dzongs, house and bridges others in Bhutan.
