Sangak Zabdhon Phodrang

Simtokha Dzong, the First Fortress built by Zhabdrung in Bhutan

Bhutan Pilgrimage Updated on April 1, 2026September 26, 2025Write a Comment

Simtokha Dzong, also known as Sangak Zabdhon Phodrang, is the first dzong built by the Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal in Bhutan in 1629 to fulfill a prophecy.

Simtokha Dzong, the First Fortress built by Zhabdrung in Bhutan

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