Wangchang is a gewog in Paro district that includes the area around Paro Dzong and the historic bridge. It is one of the most visited gewogs in Bhutan due to its concentration of cultural landmarks.
Overview
Wangchang is a gewog (village block) in Paro District, western Bhutan, located opposite the Paro College of Education. It covers an area of 34.2 sq km with elevations ranging from 2,200 to 2,340 metres above sea level.[1]
Boundaries
Wangchang shares its boundary with Dopshari and Hungrel gewogs to the northeast and east, Lamgong gewog to the north and west, and Lungnyi and Shaba gewogs to the south.[1]
Economy
The gewog is considered one of the more prosperous in Paro District due to its proximity to the national highway and farm road accessibility to all five chiwogs. Wetlands are used primarily for paddy and wheat cultivation, while dry lands are mainly devoted to apple orchards.[1]
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