The Taktsang Monastery or the Tiger’s Nest Monastery is said to be one of the main monasteries that contributed to the start of Buddhism in Bhutan. The beauty of Taktsang Monastery is clouded with impossibility that will definitely amaze you since the monastery itself is situated on the edge of a mountain cliff one thousand meters above Paro Valley.
According to legend, Guru Rinpoche arrived on a cave riding a tigress that flew over from Tibet to the Himalayas. The place where Guru Rinpoche meditated for three months is now, seven centuries later, The Tiger’s Nest Monastery, which is one of the most distinct monasteries in Bhutan because of its location.
What You Should Not Miss
While trekking to get to Taktsang Monastery, you will see the monastery from afar. The monastery might seem quite close at first but most tourists are surprised by how far it actually is. Along the paths, you will see various stones and prayer flags that lead you to the monastery. Prayer wheels and Chortens are also present along the paths and they should not be missed.
Reaching the temple will be a breath of fresh air. Moreover, the exhaustion felt will definitely get replaced with amazement with the beauty of the monastery and how it emanates a sacred feel that will make you feel calm and focused.
What You Should Remember
It is advised that you prepare yourself for the trek and make sure that you bring all of your essential needs. A bottle of water in handy will be important and it is also advised to bring a bar of chocolate to give yourself a boost.
Wear light clothes when going to the monastery since the weather can get quite hot during the day. However, you will need to wear sleeved clothing since you are not allowed to enter the monastery when wearing clothes that reveal too much skin. Taking photographs inside the monastery is also prohibited.