Overview
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- Taktsang Tigers nest monastery is one of most sacred places in Bhutan, situated in high cliffs of Paro valleys. the exact place where Guru Padmasambhava, second Buddha meditated for long time. This Sage Guru was one who introduced Buddhism in Tibet.
- This cultural icon of Tibet built in 1692, 3000 meter above sea levels. Visitors have to make hours of trek to reach this place. There is also a festival known as Tsechu held in Paro valley to honor the second Buddha.
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Tourists can enter the monastery as per these timings as long as your guide has arranged the standard permit in advance:
- 8 AM to 1 PM and 2-5 PM daily, October – March
- Until 6 PM, April – September.
- You have to register with the security at the entrance and deposit your bags and cameras.
- Camera and Photography is not allowed inside the monastery.
