This "Land of the Thunder Dragon", Bhutan is a place where religion and mysticism is the way of life. Although Bhutan is the least heard or travelled destinations, its long list of forts, monasteries, and other Buddhist relics, trekking spots, and shopping areas are worth a visit. Bhutan is a paradise for those seeking mental solace. One such place that offers blissful peace is the Tiger’s Nest Monastery, nestled beautifully amidst this mystifying environment.
Landmark of the Himalayan Kingdom, the Tiger’s Nest Monastery is counted as one of the fascinating sights in the world. This is the first thing which comes to the cognizance of any person while talking about famous monasteries. It is because of its splendid visual appeal that the monastery is a huge crowd puller. Perched at an altitude of 3,120 meters above sea level, the Tiger’s Nest Monastery has a story behind it. It is believed that Guru Rinpoche or Padmasambhava flew onto this cliff riding a tigress and meditated in the Taktsang Senge Samdup cave for time immemorial.
It takes pilgrims two hours to reach this monastery which is not an easy hike. Numerous cafes are located along the hiking trails where you can stop to relax and enjoy light refreshments. While some distance to the temple can be covered by riding on mules, there is a certain distance which one needs to cover on foot. The journey to the shrine is as fascinating as the view from the top. Once you reach the monastery, you catch glimpse of red-robed monks, busy in meditation and prayers. Tiger nest monastery is truly a blissful retreat for every human soul seeking some thrill, spirituality and serenity.
The entire monastery complex consists of seven temples. Apart from appreciating the majestic monastery and its beauty, one can also participate in the ongoing festivals of the Paro valley. It is a thrilling experience to climb the ladders towards heaven layered with Pines, junipers, algae-festooned every inch of the way, spotting the occasional red-robed monks hurrying for the evening prayers and above all the Tiger nest monastery. Truly, this monastery connives with the inner conscience for a trip once again.
South Asia is home to solid one-third of the world’s population. The region is home to the highest and the second highest mountain peaks of the world Everest and K2. Housing marvels such as the Taj Mahal, Ajanta, Sigiriya, Timpu, and Taxila, the heritage and cultures of the region date back thousands of years.
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