Taktsang Monastery

Taktsang Monastery also recognized as Tiger’s Nest in Paro is one of the holiest places in

Bhutan. The monastery is mounted on a high granite cliff and was established for meditation. The monastery is perched on a rocky ledge with a sheer drop of nearly 800m, and overlooks the Paro valley and the river. It is said that in the second half of the 8th century, Guru Padma Sambhava known as the second Buddha in Bhutan, meditated at the spot where the monastery is situated having alighted there on the back of a flying tigress. It is also an ideal place for a short trek. Since, make a Bhutan Short Tour and capture the essence of Paro, Tiger’s Nest Monastery. Embark on Bhutan Tour and capture the top 10 must see places in Bhutan. Bhutan – the last true Illusion of Shangri-La is known for its beautiful landscape and Buddhist monasteries. Bhutan is certainly a place where the spectacular mountains help you breathe a fresh air of life within you. More: himalayanglacier.com/blog/top-10-must-see-places-in-bhutan.html

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