Paro Taktsang is an outstanding Himalayan Buddhist holy site and the temple complex is positioned in the cliff side of the upper Paro valley in Bhutan.
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How long is the hike to Tiger's Nest?
The visit to
the Tiger's Nest Monastery can be completed in a full day.
Generally, it takes
anything from four to six hours to do the round trip walk, plus one more
hour to see the monastery.
How do I get to Tiger's
Nest monastery?
There is only one way
to reach the Tiger Nest Monastery and that is to go by foot or
on the back of a horse. It´s only a very small 25min car ride from Paro
to reach the parking lot where you will start your hike up to
The Tiger`s Nest Monastery.
How high is the Tiger's
Nest?
Tiger's Nest Monastery
is located in Paro, Bhutan with high Altitude, Steep Incline and Rough
Terrain.
When was Tiger's Nest
built?
The
name Taktsang translates to “The Tiger's Nest”. This temple is
one of the most sacred sites in the kingdom and adheres incredibly to a sheer
cliff face 900 meters above the Paro Valley. It was
first constructed in 1692 at a cave where Guru Rimpoche used to
meditate in the 7th century A.D.
How hard is the Tiger's
Nest hike?
The stroll
up to the Tiger's Nest is a normal to difficult one
but you'll be able to do it if you have at least an ordinary level of fitness.
The hike takes around 3 to 6 hours depending on your speed and stops
you take.
Why is Bhutan so expensive?
The government has placed a
minimum fee of $200 USD per day per person in low season and $250 USD per day
per person in peak tourist season for visitors to Bhutan. This money goes
to maintenance of Bhutan's culture and environment. Naturally, this
makes your trip to Bhutan surprisingly expensive.
What is the best time to
visit Bhutan?
The perfect time to
visit Bhutan is from October to December, as the air is clear and fresh
with sunny skies. January and February are cold and its winter there, but from
then until April the climate is very dry, calm and pleasant and in late spring
the popular daffodils bloom wonderfully, flooding the valleys with colour.
Is Bhutan safe?
Bhutan is a
very safe destination and is nearly completely without the scams,
begging and theft that affect its neighbours. There are a few things which you
should keep an eye at as you would do in your own city as well. Altitude it’s
unlikely you will have any problems with altitude unless you are to hike.
What can you buy in Bhutan?
Some of the traditional handicraft items are mentioned below which
can be purchased from here as souvenirs.
- Bhutanese
Handicrafts
- Hand-woven
Textiles.
- Gold &
Silver Jewellery.
- Himalayan Beads
(Dzi Beads) ...
- Handmade Wooden
Bowls (Dappa) ...
- Cane & Bamboo
Items. ...
- Wooden Products.
...
- Postal Stamps.
How far is Tiger's Nest
from Paro?
The trail starts from 6
miles north of Paro town. Tiger's Nest Monastery is
situated on the side of a Himalayan mountain. The city of Paro was
previously located at 7000 feet that makes Tiger's Nest at 10,000
feet above sea level.
How many days should I
spend in Bhutan?
There is a huge list of to
do and to see in Bhutan. If you want to tour the whole country it would be
east thirty days of your visa, which is enough time to visit around
two thirds of the country's amazing sights and attractions. But we know 30 days
is little too much so to make the most of the best sights and experiences
in Bhutan, at least five days is needed.
Do they eat meat in Bhutan?
If you look at
the regular Bhutanese menus, you will see that they have a lot
of meat dishes, including pork, beef and chicken. Hence,
the meat you find in Bhutan is imported specially from
India. Even though the Buddhist belief does not allow intake of
animals, many of the Bhutanese people do eat meat now.
How many airports are there
in Bhutan?
Paro
International Airport is the only international airport of
the four normal airports in Bhutan.
What is the famous of
Bhutan?
The simplicity
of Bhutan's capital, Thimphu, which is also the biggest city of the
country, is highly calming and will help you get a breath of fresh air far away
from the running and busy of the metropolitan cities around the world.
8am–1pm
2–6pm
Tiger’s Nest, Thursday
hours
Taktsang Monastery Travel Tips
- Halfway up the
trekking trail is a quaint café where you can take a breather.
- You have to
submit your bags and cameras at the entrance as photography is not allowed
inside.
- Expect Indian
citizens, every guest need to have a local guide who will plan the climb
and/or the pony when requested. The guide can also evaluate whether you
can make the hike and let guests know if it might not be possible for
them.
- Try to reach up
there in time for the noon prayers, you might get a chance to have some
buttered tea and crackers and devotional chats with the monks!
- Taktsang
Monastery Address is Taktsang Trail, Paro, Bhutan
- Taktsang
Monastery Timing starts from 08:00 am - 05:00 pm
- Best time to
visit Taktsang Monastery or the preferred timings are from 09:00 am -
12:00 pm
- Time needed to
tour Taktsang Monastery is 01 hour.
What is the currency used
in Bhutan?
Ngultrum is the local and
official currency of Bhutan. It is used for all economic transactions
at professional and local levels both.
How much money should I
bring to Bhutan?
It is mandate for every
tourists to pay US$250 per person per day (US$200 a day from December to
February and June to August), with a US$40/30 surcharge per person for those in
a group of one/two. This includes stays, transportation in Bhutan, a
guide, food and entry fees.
Can I use USD in Bhutan?
Bhutanese Ngultrum is
only in circulation in Bhutan but foreign currency is broadly accepted
in Bhutan. Otherwise, since Ngultrum are pinned to Indian Rupees,
travellers can always opt to carry INR with them. Indian Rupees are
commonly accepted in Bhutan.
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