Pelela pass at 3300m is an important dividing range that separates Western Bhutan from Central and Eastern Bhutan. After crossing this important Pass you will enter Trongsa, the sacred and the temporal heart of the country. It covers an area of about 1807 km2 with a total population of 13,428. Agriculture is the main source of income for the people here. Trongsa is historically and ecologically important and fragile dzongkhag in the kingdom. It’s a sleepy and pleasant town, lined with traditional whitewashed shops decorated with pot plants.
Attractions
Trongsa Dzong
Trongsa Dzong, meaning “The Dzong on the tip of a Dungkhar (Conch) of the never-changing country of Druk...
Ta Dzong
This watchtower, which once guarded Trongsa Dzong from internal rebellion, stands impressively and provides visitors and insight into...
Chendebji Chorten
The Chorten, built in the style of the great Bodhanath Chöten of Nepal, was constructed by Tshering Wangchuk...
Kuenga Rabten Palace
The 23km ride from Trongsa south takes you to Kuenga Rabten. It take about an hour and passes...