Dzongs are traditional Bhutanese fortresses, built across the country during the 17th century as a defence against impending attacks from Tibet. They are decorated with traditional Bhutanese woodwork and intricate art.
The roofs of the dzongs have a gentle slope and a small square-shaped golden coloured structure on the top. These golden structures are placed on the corners of the roof and such roofs are known as ‘Jabzhi’ roof. The Jabzhi roofs are not allowed to be constructed on common houses or buildings. They are specially reserved for dzongs which distinguishes them from any other building.
he dzongs are mostly built of stones and mud after which the walls are white-washed for a fine look. Traditional dzongs have only one entrance gate. Every dzong has a central tower temple called ‘Utse’ which is surrounded by a courtyard. The walls of the dzong are slanted inwards which give them a great look. The windows are painted black, giving a very sharp contrast against white walls. There is a red band called ‘Kemar’ on top of the dzong representing the sanctity of the site.
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