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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Unusual Attractions in Trongsa

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.

Bhutan

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.

Bhutan

Gangteng Gompa

This 17th-century Bhutanese monastery is ensconced in Buddhist legend.

21 miles from Trongsa

Tang Valley, Bhutan

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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