Thimphu Dzong, also known as Tashichho Dzong, is a fortress and Buddhist monastery that serves as the seat of the Bhutanese government and religious institutions. Located on the west bank of the Wang Chhu River in Thimphu, it houses the throne room, the king's offices, and the summer residence of the central monastic body. A striking landmark, renowned for its traditional Bhutanese architecture, it is a popular tourist destination.