Sacred Clifftop: Tiger's Nest Monastery

Sacred Clifftop: Tiger's Nest Monastery

4.85 (454 Reviews)
Free
Type: Trekking
Closing Days: Open all days
Suitable for: All
Timings: 08:00-15:00
Time Required: 4.0 hr
Best Time to Visit: March - November
Travel Tips:
Easy trek of 3 km one side

Sacred Clifftop: Tiger's Nest Monastery, Bhutan Overview

Discover the iconic Tiger's Nest Monastery, a pilgrimage site on a steep cliff amidst legends of Guru Rinpoche, nestled in the Paro Valley of Bhutan.

Nowhere else can you find such a stunning and peaceful location as sacred as the Tiger's Nest Monastery.Embark on a half-trek up the Paro Valley for a chance to explore this captivating monastery, famed for its historical and cultural significance. Diehard pilgrims will own this chance to ascend and explore the depths of the Tiger's Nest and feel a powerful connection to the spiritual teachings, rituals, and ceremonies that have taken place there over the centuries.Take in sweeping views of the majestic Valley of Paro and its rolling hills, mountain ridges, and rivers winding through stunning green canyons. Along the way, rest at viewing points and chapel-like shrines to absorb the beauty of the mountain scenery.Continue up to the cliff to explore the Tiger's Nest Monastery itself, a spiritual fortress teeming with hidden temples, murals, and Tibetan ritual artifacts. Pass along the dramatic entrance to enter into the main monastery, one of the holiest pilgrimage sites in all of Bhutan.Experience the legend and spirituality of the as Guru Rinpoche is said to have flown up to this truly majestic residence on the back of a tigress. Feel the sacred energy embrace you as you explore and learn more about the history and teachings of this incredible monastery.The journey to the Tiger's Nest Monastery is an unforgettable journey of breathtaking beauty and spiritual energy. Trekking through the lush valleys and mountains of Bhutan with a feeling of serenity is unlike any other experience. Hear of the local legends and gain a deeper understanding of the power of this incredible spiritual retreat.

Make the pilgrimage to the Tiger's Nest Monastery and discover the secrets of this sacred clifftop for yourself.

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