Norbugang Dzong, a 17th-century fortress-monastery, stands as a symbol of Bhutan's rich history and culture, offering panoramic views of the Paro Valley.
Currency
Ngultrum (Nu) (BTN)
Best time to visit
March to May, September to November
Languages
Dzongkha
Coordinates
27.438°, 89.415°
Key facts
1Norbugang Dzong is one of the oldest and most important dzongs in Bhutan.
2It houses the district administration and a monastic body.
3The dzong is built on a strategic hill overlooking the Paro Valley.
Timeline
1683: Norbu Rinchen Zangpo, a prominent Buddhist master, founded the dzong.
1692: The dzong was expanded and fortified by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, the unifier of Bhutan.
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Norbugang Dzong's climate is often rainy, especially during monsoon season.