Jakar Dzong
Jakar Dzong
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Kunal Kaviraj
Bengaluru, India64 contributions
Apr 2016 • Family
I had visited the Dzongs in Thimphu, Paro and Punakha before reaching Jakar. And those Dzongs are far more grand and beautiful than this one. So I found this average. A small hike up the Dzong, view of the Jakar valley from there and that's all. Couldn't spend more than 30 mins here.
Written 16 April 2016
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Ashish Rawat
New Delhi, India569 contributions
Sept 2018 • Solo
Hello Travellers.
After completing my Ura Valley tour, I headed towards main City Jakar, headquarters and Capital city of Bumthang District. The Place is so silent and serene. If you’re planning to visit beyond Central Bhutan, do visit Jakar city and Jakar Dzong. The Dzong stands on the upper ridge side, situated on Chamkhar valley of Bumthang and looks like an ancient royal palace.
You can feel the essence of silence and can experience the real beauty around. As I entered, I saw young Monks were preparing for some festival and also served me with masala tea. The Dzong is too big, for some moment I lost my way and the doors of the Dzong are very big.
I would recommend everyone to visit this place, if you’re planning to visit Bumthang District and beyond places.
After completing my Ura Valley tour, I headed towards main City Jakar, headquarters and Capital city of Bumthang District. The Place is so silent and serene. If you’re planning to visit beyond Central Bhutan, do visit Jakar city and Jakar Dzong. The Dzong stands on the upper ridge side, situated on Chamkhar valley of Bumthang and looks like an ancient royal palace.
You can feel the essence of silence and can experience the real beauty around. As I entered, I saw young Monks were preparing for some festival and also served me with masala tea. The Dzong is too big, for some moment I lost my way and the doors of the Dzong are very big.
I would recommend everyone to visit this place, if you’re planning to visit Bumthang District and beyond places.
Written 16 June 2019
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ohiowanderer
Columbus OH1,120 contributions
July 2018 • Friends
Having visited several dzongs, I thought Jakar Dzong would be yet another. But it was special as young monks were playing soccer in the courtyard and running around having fun. The Dzong houses admin and religious offices and has a big assembly hall. It is located on a hill above the town so dominates the town in the valley.
Written 3 February 2019
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Jennifer R
Sydney, Australia1,057 contributions
Oct 2018
We were lucky enough to be here for the Tshechu festival in late October and it was one of the highlights of our trip to Bhutan
The dancers and revelry were spectacular but the best bit was the people watching. The locals all dress up in their finest clothes and they look very regal especially the children .
The dancers and revelry were spectacular but the best bit was the people watching. The locals all dress up in their finest clothes and they look very regal especially the children .
Written 20 October 2018
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Let's Go Sightseeing
Noida, India2,910 contributions
Jan 2018 • Couples
We visited the dzong early in the morning, when it was not even operational. Thus, we did not get a chance to go completely inside. But, whatever we managed to see, appealed to us. A little bit of climbing needed to reach the dzong.
The stairway has trees and greenery on either side, & a view of the valley below. As you reach the dzong, you get a 180 degree view of the valley, which is quite a sight. The Jakar Dzong was the seat of the first king of Bhutan.
It has been attacked by the Tibetan army thrice. From afar, the dzong does look like a white bird perched on a hilltop.
The stairway has trees and greenery on either side, & a view of the valley below. As you reach the dzong, you get a 180 degree view of the valley, which is quite a sight. The Jakar Dzong was the seat of the first king of Bhutan.
It has been attacked by the Tibetan army thrice. From afar, the dzong does look like a white bird perched on a hilltop.
Written 15 April 2018
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aancks
7 contributions
June 2016 • Family
Stunning views atop the jagar dzong. It's located atop the hill and has beautiful appeal dating back the 15th century. Apart from the views there is nothing much to see inside the Dzong as it's converted to an administration office now.
Written 23 June 2016
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gro05
Sydney, Australia2,169 contributions
Dec 2015 • Friends
As Jakar Dzhong is situated on a hill, overlooking the town of Jakar and the air strip, it is not surprising uphill walking will apply. Again, all Dzhong architecture seems the same. This was the only place we came across a rather "cranky" monk! Surprising!
Written 25 January 2016
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rambles
Bedford, MA155 contributions
Oct 2015 • Couples
If you plan to visit Bumthang, try to time your visit to coincide with the festival, which is held in October. It is a wonderful experience. The last day of the festival, an immense embroidery is unfurled from the central tower
Written 31 October 2015
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vamsally
Seattle, WA685 contributions
Dec 2014 • Couples
Since every city/district in Bhutan has dzong, it is worth going to every single one. They are all little different and temple inside which is slightly different. However, is one dzong needs to be skipped, this might be the one as it is not as large as other ones. Still...as usual, beautiful views and nice details to see.
Written 24 December 2014
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Ron S
New York City, NY5,931 contributions
Sept 2023 • Couples
As most Bhutanese ancient fortresses Jakar Dzong is a fortress-monastery. Part of it is used for government offices today. We came there while they were rehearsing ritual dances for the upcoming festival.
Written 17 October 2023
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I see you visited the Bumthang area to see the Jakar Tshechu festival. Can you tell me about your accommodations? How far was the hotel from the festival/temple performance?
Written 13 February 2017
Hi, Bumthang is a small town and it would depend on where you exactly stay. There are numerous hotels. If I consider the city centre, it would take about 15-20 minutes to reach the Dzong. It is a very large and old Dzong. Visit is well worth it. I hope I have not been too late to answer your question.
Written 22 February 2017
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