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Hungrel Dzong

Hungrel Dzong, a Fortress on the Holy Site of Guru Rinpoche

Hungrel Dzong was a fortress built on the sacred site of Guru Rinpoche in Paro Dzongkhag at an elevation of 2364 meters. The Dzong was constructed by Drung Drung Gyelchog (Lama Drung Drung Gyal or Pha Drung Drung Rinpoche) in the 15th century. It was a five-story structure, built of compact mud, and resembled Namgyal Khangzang. Inside, it resembled the “Palace of the Gods“.