The Punakha Dzong, also known as Pungthang Dewa chhenbi Phodrang (meaning "the palace of great happiness or bliss" [1] [2]), is the administrative centre of Punakha District in Punakha, Bhutan.

Aug 30, 2024 · The Punakha Dzong (the palace of great happiness or bliss), is the administrative centre of Punakha District in Punakha, Bhutan. The dzong was constructed by Ngawang Namgyal, in 1637–38. It is the second oldest and second largest dzong in Bhutan and one of its most majestic structures.

Seen from afar, Punakha Dzong is a beautiful Tibetan-style architecture complex of white walls, red woodcarving decorations and gilded roofs. The most gorgeous season of Punakha Dzong belongs to the purple jacaranda blossoms in spring, the most extremely visually stunning sight.

Feb 4, 2024 · Punakha Dzong takes pride in being the second oldest and also the second largest dzong in Bhutan. The dzong is part of the Drukpa Lineage of the Kagyu school of Buddhism in Bhutan. Its magnificent structure showcases the world-class architecture of Bhutan and finest Bhutanese craftsmanship.

Jan 15, 2025 · Punakha Dzong, a Bhutanese architectural marvel, exemplifies the distinctive Dzong style with its massive, inward-sloping walls and a broad red ochre band. Constructed without nails, using interlocking stones and wooden beams, Punakha Dzong stands as a testament to the ingenuity of traditional Bhutanese architecture.

Punakha Dzong is arguably the most beautiful dzong in the country, especially in spring when the lilac-coloured jacaranda trees bring a lush sensuality to the dzong's characteristically towering whitewashed walls.

Sep 22, 2016 · The Punakha Dzong is majestically standing on an island between the confluence of the Pho Chhu and Mo Chhu rivers. Punakha’s, the city’s, dzong is one of the most photogenic of all Bhutan’s ancient fortresses.