Lamgong is a gewog in Paro district that encompasses Paro town and the airport area, making it one of the most important administrative units in western Bhutan.
Overview
Lamgong is a gewog (village block) in Paro District, western Bhutan, covering an area of 48.8 sq km with 18 villages and 1,626 households.[1]
Notable Sites
The gewog is home to Kyichu Lhakhang, one of Bhutan's oldest temples, believed to have been built by Tibetan king Songtsen Gampo in 659 CE.[1]
Population
The population consists of 880 males and 1,710 females.[1]
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