- Simtokha Dzong. It is the first of Shabdrung Nawang Namgyal's Dzong or fortress built in 1629. It is much smaller compared to most other Dzongs in Bhutan.
- Thus, the nucleus of the modern state of Bhutan came into being with Zhabdrung at its helm. ... The first such dzong, the Simtokha, was established at the south...
- Simtokha Dzong also known as Sangak Zabdhon Phodrang is a small dzong. It was built in 1629 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, who unified Bhutan.
- Simtokha Dzong is the first fortress built in Bhutan. It was built in the 17th century and saw some action unlike other dzongs of the land.
- A Way to Bhutan Tours & Travels → Travel Blog → BHUTANESE FORT → Simtokha Dzong.
- During it’s construction Simtokha Dzong was attacked by Tibetans and five Bhutanese lamas who were opposed to the Shabdrung’s rule.
- The Tibetan soldiers crossed into western Bhutan and encountered Zhabdrung’s forces at Simtokha dzong, but were repulsed after a bloody struggle.
- Simtokha Dzong. Context: During the Bhutan visit, on 17th August 2019, PM Modi made a purchase from here while launching the RuPay card.
- Simtokha Dzong also known as Sangak Zabdhon Phodrang is a small dzong. Happyland Treks includes exploring Simtokha Dzong in Bhutan Tour Packages.