the religious, military, administrative, and social centers of Bhutan, which are amalgamated into fortresses known as dzongs. No plans are drawn up nor are nails allowed in their construction. Under the direction of an inspired lama, citizens build dzongs as part of their tax obligation to the state. As recently as 1998, by decree, all buildings must be constructed with varicolored wood frontages, small arched windows, and sloping roofs. See also Culture of Bhutan History of Bhutan Dzong architecture Lhotshampa Bhutanese refugees References Bhutanese culture Bhutanese fashion Architecture in Bhutan