Commonly known as The Tiger's Nest, this monastery is Bhutan's most iconic attraction and one of the most breath-taking temples in the world. Perched on a clifftop at 10,000 feet above sea level, it would be our introduction to walking / climbing at elevation. Personally, I felt weak, slightly nauseated, and dizzy going up. The cure was LOTS of water, something sweet to eat (I chewed on dried mango the whole way up), a slow and steady pace, and plenty of rest stops. The reward was a tour of the temple at the top. Alas, no pictures allowed. This is an active temple. We were lucky to witness monks chanting and playing traditional instruments while performing rituals.
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| Resting pulse rate and oxygen levels checked before and after the climb |
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| Some folks ride horses halfway up. We walked the entire way. |
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| Prayer wheel |
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| Prayer flags |
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| Mini Stupas |
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| Down and up again, the temple is in sight... |
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| ... and that's the destination! |
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