The Dzong Fort is localed on Dzong Hill, in the center of Gyantse. It was the office of the former local governmet of Gyantse. Dzong government of the feudal serf system is still well kept, giving visitors a better understanding of the serf system in old Tibet.
Four steles set up by the high-rank commissioners dispatched by the Emperor Qianlong of the Qing Dynasty are still kept in good order for extremely precious value as the historical cultural relics. The Dzong Fort is also the old battle field between British invaders and the local Tibetan troops in 1904.
Cimbing up to the top of the Dzong Fort, you will have a panoramic view of the whole area of Gyantse.
China tours inclusive of visiting Dzong Fort, Gyantse
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