[3] In 2003, The Dzongkhag administration declared Trong a “heritage village,” whereby house-owners were restricted from changing the appearance of their houses and surroundings.

[3] The broader district of Zhemgang is known for its rich biodiversity, particularly of bird species, and Trong Gewog is a popular destination for bird-watching.

[5] This Tshachu (hot spring) is believed to have been discovered before the 8th century when a hunter from Kamjoung village shot a deer, which fell off the steep mountain.

Guru Rinpoche, one of the founding fathers of Tibetan Buddhism, blessed the Tshachu and his sacred place (Nay) is located nearby.

[6] People from all over the country now visit the hot spring as it believed to have healing properties for diseases such as tuberculosis, gastritis, and rheumatism.