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Jakar Dzong
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Jakar Yugyal Dzong, commonly known as Jakar Dzong, is situated on a ridge above the Jakar village of Chamkhar valley in Bumthang. There are different accounts of the origin of the Dzong. Some believe that the Dzong was built by Lam Ngagi Wangchuk (1517 - 1554) who came to Bhutan to spread the teachings of the Drukpa Kagyupa Buddhist order. It is said that a white bird perched on where Jakar Dzong was situated. This is considered an auspicious sign. According to the oral legend, a group of Lamas and elders were considering moving a fort, which was situated, at the eastern site of the Bumthang Valley. As they are sitting down to discuss, a bird, presumed to be the king of geese rose into the air and rested on a spur. The location was subsequently chosen for the present location of Dzong.
