The long journey is nearly complete for the historic Trashigang Dzong. Its conservation works are over 90 per cent complete.
The entire work is expected to be over by June this year. The east’s magnificent fortress now wears its former glorious look. The restoration works began after the dzong suffered major damages due to earthquake in 2009.
These days, masonry workers are seen busy shaping stones to lay over the courtyard, painting the interior and exterior structure of the dzong, and fixing electrical lightings.
The conservationists have ensured that the traditional architectural designs of the dzong remain intact.
“Though we are carrying out the conservation works in accordance with the designs from Home ministry, the Patra or wood carving of the windows, were bit brighter than one reflected in the design. The overall architectural features are same like before,” said Tshering Namgay, Project Manager of Trashigang Dzong Conservation Project.
The conservation work started in 2014. The new facilities under the renovation project include Drasha (hostel for monks) and dining hall, which was complete last year.
Funded by the Government of India, the project is worth over Nu 260m. So far, the Indian government has released over Nu 225m.
Trashigang Dzong was built by third Desi Chogyal Minjur Tempa in 1659.
