Place to see: Paro Rinpung Dzong, Paro, Bhutan

Young monk at Paro Dzong

Young monk at Paro Dzong

A young monk entering one of the wonderfully carved and painted doorways in Paro Dzong.

About this place:

Paro Rinpung Dzong was built in the mid 17th century to protect against invasion by Tibet. Dzongs originally served three purposes: fortress, local administrative center, and monastery. The great Paro Tsechu (festival) is held here every spring.

Paro, Paro Dzongkhag, BT

Discovered by Frans & Claire van der Lee
on 9 April 2008.
255 views.