| Title | Dzong architecture style |
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| Description | Dzong architecture, originating in Bhutan, is characterized by massive fortress-monasteries with towering walls, courtyards, and intricate woodwork, serving as both religious and administrative centers. |
| Tags | Fortress Architecture Monastic Architecture Bhutanese Architecture Fortress Monastery Bhutanese architecture Defensive architecture Religious architecture Courtyard Tower |
| Style ID | INHF-974830060-18-11-25-DT |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/dzong-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/styles/dzong-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 3 |
| Primary Sites | 0 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 19, 2025 |
| Regions | Bhutan Sikkim Himalayan Region Arunachal Pradesh |
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| Time Periods | 17th Century CE 18th Century CE 19th Century CE 20th Century CE 21st Century CE 17th century CE onwards 17th Century CE onwards |
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| Dynasties | Wangchuck Dynasty |
| Sacred Contexts | Monasteries Fortresses Administrative Centers Buddhist monasteries Administrative centers Buddhist Monasteries |
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| Associated Deities | Buddhist Deities Buddha Bodhisattvas Padmasambhava |
| Primary Materials | Stone Wood Mud Brick |
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| Architectural Features | Massive Walls Courtyards Towers Intricate Woodwork Sloping Roofs Massive walls Central temple Administrative offices Residential quarters Monastic quarters Temples |
| Keywords | Fortress Architecture Monastic Architecture Bhutanese Architecture Fortress Monastery Bhutanese architecture Defensive architecture Religious architecture Courtyard Tower |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
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| The Traditional Architecture of Bhutan | Book | Comprehensive overview of Dzong architectural principles. |
| Bhutan: A Visual Odyssey Across the Last Himalayan Kingdom | Book | Illustrates Dzong architecture in Bhutan. |
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Enchey Monastery Gangtok | Secondary | 100% |
| Tawang Monastery Tawang | Secondary | 100% |
| Urgelling Monastery Tawang | Secondary | 100% |