BHUTANESE ARCHITECHTURE

The Castle-like dzongs, with their gently tapering walls, classic lines, large courtyards and beautiful galleries are among the finest examples of Bhutanese architecture. Containing large monasteries inside and set in commanding position on hilltops or at the confluence of rivers. Dzongs are also the administrative centers of their districts. Bu, the most common architectural sight in Bhutan are the “chortens” or “stupas” which are small shirnes built to house sacred relics