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Rinpoche. The vision was imprinted on the architect's mind, enabling him to conceive the plan for the dzong without putting the vision on paper and to build it. On the basis of the dream vision of the architect, the building of the dzong was started in 1637 and completed in 1638, at the place where the Dzong Chug had existed. During this period, Ngawang Namgyal became the first leader of a unified Bhutan, following his concerted efforts to unify the country into one unit.
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after completion of the cantilever bridge, the new bridge was hailed as a celebration of "100 years of
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by John Claude White. The third courtyard is at the southernmost end of the dzong where the remains of Pema Lingpa and
Ngawang Namgyal are preserved. Machey Lakhang ('machey' literally means "sacred embalmed body") in the third courtyard has the well preserved embalmed body of Zhabdrung. This Lakhang
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The final day of the festival marks the display of an image of
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of the dzong (brought by the
Zhabdrung from Tibet) is displayed during the festival. During this five-day festival, also known as Punakha festival, held in February/March, there are some very impressive displays. The important display is a re-enactment of the Tibetan invasion of Bhutan in 1639 where
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and the Dzong stands fully restored to its past glory. After complete restoration of the Dzong to its old glory, notable images, statues and thangkas are displayed in the Dzong. These include murals depicting life story of Buddha done during the rule of the second druk desi. Large gilded statues of
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After a major refurbishing work carried out in the "zorig chusum tradition" (an ancient tradition of crafts in wood carving, masonry, metal work, painting, and several other skills), the Dzong now has several new
Lhakhangs, over 200 new religious images, and several other treasures. A consecration
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in the upper reaches of the valley, are a common occurrence in the Mo Chu and Pho Chu rivers, and in the past caused flooding and damage to the dzong, especially in 1957, 1960 and 1994. Fires and earthquakes have also further added to the problem. In 1996, flash floods in the Pho Chu river damaged
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Legend tells how Zowe Palep, the architect, had a vision in a dream after the
Zhabdrung ordered him to sleep under a small structure which contained a statue of the Buddha, known as Dzong Chug "small dzong". In his dream, prompted by the psychic powers of the Zhabdrung, he had a clear vision of a
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crossing the Mo Chu river was built together with the Dzong in the 17th century. This bridge was washed away by a flash flood in 1957. In 2006, work started on a new wooden cantilever bridge in the traditional style, with a free span of 55 m (180 ft). It was completed in 2008. In 2008,
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ceremony known as the "Rabney ceremony" performed by the Je Khenpo and the monks of the
Dratshang (central monk body) was held from May 13 to 15, 2004, corresponding to the 12th to 14th day of the third Bhutanese month. The restoration works were largely funded by the
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The dzong was constructed as an "embodiment of
Buddhist values" and was one of the 16 dzongs built by the Zhabdrung during his rule from 1594 to 1651. The dzong measures 180 m (590 ft) in length with a width of 72 m (236 ft) and has three
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The spire at the top of the utse (the dzong's central tower or the main tower) was added in 1676 by
Gyaltsen Tenzin Rabgye–the abbot of the dzong. Further additions were made during the period 1744 to 1763, when Sherab Wangchuk was the ruler. A large
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intervening in between the first and the second courtyards. There are two historic halls in this courtyard; one of Ugyen Wangchuck, who subsequently became the King and another hall where the King was decorated in 1905 with the Order of the
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of Bhutan. Several fires between 1750 and 1849 caused damages to the Dzong. In the 1897 earthquake, the dzong was severely damaged and also suffered numerous fires. In 1986, the dzong was partially destroyed by fire
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at an average elevation of 1,200 m (3,900 ft) with a scenic, mountainous background. The materials used in building the Dzong consisted of compacted earth, stones and timber in doors and windows.
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The second oldest dzong in Bhutan, it was begun in 1637 also on the order of Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal. The dzong was significantly expanded from 1744 to 1763 during the reign of the 13th
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In view of the healthy climate in the region, Punakha is the winter capital of Bhutan. The head of the clergy of Bhutan with his entourage of monks spend the winter in this dzong.
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the Tibetans were defeated. In this theatrical display, which was conceived by the Zhabdrung, a mock throwing of a relic to the Mo chu river is dramatized.
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who were defeated by the Bhutanese on this spot. The Zhabdrung also set up a monastic order with 600 monks (brought from Cheri Gompa of upper
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was rebuilt in 1995. The casket containing the embalmed body is not opened at all. However, the place is visited by the King and the
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currently rules the country. This monarchy was established in 1907. The same year, Punakha Dzong was the site of the coronation of
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As Punakha Dzong is located at only 1,200 meters, you will not suffer from oxygen shortages as you would in higher places such as
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Buddha, Guru Rinpoche and Zhabdrung which belong to mid 18th century, and gilded panels on pillars are also here.
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and one of its most majestic structures. The dzong houses the sacred relics of the southern
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The Spiritual Leader of Bhutan Je Khenpo Walking to the Punakha festival
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trees grow around the dzong, blooming with mauve flowers in the spring.
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Another ritual observed every year at this dzong is called the
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Wedding of Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and Jetsun Pema
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mainly to seek blessings before assuming their offices.
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Treasures of the thunder dragon: a portrait of Bhutan
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The Dzong is located between the Pho Chhu (Male) and
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Designing sustainable cities in the developing world
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