Accessibility at The Museum of Monarchy, The Tower of Trongsa, Ta-dzong The Museum of Monarchy, The Tower of Trongsa, Ta-dzong welcomes all visitors. The museum doesn't have facilities to accommodate the following audiences:
Visitors with Limited Mobility or a Mobility Aid
Visitors who are blind or partially sighted
Visitors who are deaf or hard of hearing
Seniors
All public areas (11 galleries) at The Museum of Monarchy, The Tower of Trongsa, Ta-dzong are not accessible by elevators including restrooms. For any additional assistance during your visit, Museum guides are available on all gallery floors during all open museum hours. Whether it is explaining a piece of art, pointing out a beautiful detail, or directing you to a specific part of the museum, the guides are always available to help.
DIRECTIONS AND PARKING Location The Museum of Monarchy, The Tower of Trongsa, Ta-dzong is located in Ta-dzong, Trongsa district in central Bhutan.
Public Transportation The Museum of Monarchy, The Tower of Trongsa, Ta-dzong is located within walking distance from the public bus and taxi stations.
Parking There is a 24-hour parking lot at the South entrance of the Ta-dzong. In addition, there are parking lots on the main highway going towards Eastern Bhutan.
TIPS FOR YOUR VISIT Cameras Photography or videography are not permitted in the museum galleries and is permitted elsewhere. The use of flash or a tripod is prohibited anywhere in the museum. Cellular Phones Cell phone calls are allowed only in the entrance lobby, the cafe' area, and restrooms. Silent use, such as text messaging, is permitted throughout the building. Food and Drink Food and drink purchased at the Tower Cafe may be consumed in the immediate area. No food or drink (including water) is permitted in the galleries or temples.
Museum Fast facts
Founded: 2008 Chief Curator: Mr. Dorji Namgyel Visitors: 8000(2008/9) Collection size: 225 objects Oldest object in the collection: Bronze image of Pema Lingpa Nearly 700 years old Building Size: 4 and 5 storey
Entrance Fees
Tourists: Nu. 200 Nationals: Nu. 20 Students: Nu. 5 SAARC Tourists: Nu. 50 Children (under 10) - Free Museum members- Free Gallery admission is free to seniors (65 and up) on the first Monday of every month.
Museum Visiting Hours
Museum Open Monday -Saturday Summer (Mar. 31- Oct.31) 9.00 am - 17.00 hours (Last Admission 16.00hours) Sunday: Closed Winter (Nov. 1 to Febr. 28) 9.00 am -16.00 hours (Last Admission 15.00hours) The museum is closed on selected Government holidays.
