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Taktsang Monastery
The Taktsang Monastery is considered one of the holiest places
in Bhutan. Located in the Paro Valley, the monastery is perched on
a cliff 2,950 feet (900m) above the valley floor, a location that
earned it its name, which translates to 'Hawk's Nest'. The
monastery has been an important site for pilgrimage and meditation
in Mahayana Buddhism since it was built in 1692 around a cave
believed to be the birthplace of Buddhism in Bhutan. Tourists can
reach Taktsang Monastery via a 20-minute drive from Paro, or a
two-hour hike (or pony ride) from the bottom of the mountain.
Information & Facts
Language
Dzongkha is the official language, and various Tibetan
dialects are spoken. English has recently become the language of
instruction in schools but is only spoken fluently by guides and
tourist industry professionals.
Money
The local currency is the Ngultrumbut subdivided into 100
Chetrums. The currency is pegged to the Indian rupee on scale of
1:1. The Ngultrumbut was only introduced in 1974 before which the
country had no currency, relying on a system of bartering to
acquire goods. US Dollars and Travellers Cheques can be exchanged
at banks and large hotels. Visa and Mastercard are not widely
accepted.
Time
Local time is GMT +6 hours.