For many years, Punakha Dzong served as the seat or the central location for the Government of Bhutan, although they later relocated to Thimphu. The a

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For many years, Punakha Dzong served as the seat or the central location for the Government of Bhutan, although they later relocated to Thimphu. The auspicious fortress remains the Punakha’s District Administrative Center housing a several religious relics. Besides, in 2011, the fort served as the venue for the wedding of the 5th King Taken at @Punakha, Bhutan

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