The Taktsang Monastery, known as Tiger’s Nest

Stands high on alabaster white cliff, overshadowing a steep drop to the grass lands below. 

The weather beaten yet elegant temple has been witnessing history over the centuries. 

The entrance from the north winds up the mountain with ponies trotting 

Along the rocky plateau aligned, with sky high pine trees guiding the way.

Bird chirps ring as the sun shines through the clouds.

And a gentle breeze drifts through the valley, leaving the fragrance of Lily of the Valley behind.

Indigo, ivory, cardinal red, jade, lemon yellow prayer flags are suspended across the hills

Leading the way along the road to the Guru Padmasambhava Buddha,

A sacred site destroyed and rebuilt time after time over countless years,

A legend remembered forever from generation to generation.

A mystical atmosphere lingers around the structure 

Where faithful followers travel miles to step foot on sacred ground,

A once in a life time dream achieved. 

Prayer will be heard here, where supplicants are one step closer to God.

Coils of incense give off smoke which waft gently around the sitting golden Buddha.

A pool of floating lotus flowers surrounds the statue   ?

Each representing rising and blooming, symbolising the achievement of enlightenment

The White lotus represents purity of mind and spirit

The Blue, wisdom and logic the most important aspect of Buddhism

The Purple, spirituality and mysticism

The Red, love, compassion and the qualities of the heart

The chanting of monks can be heard as the ceremony begins.

Going down on hands and knees, the worshippers thank the Padmasambhava Buddha

The high priest blesses objects while tossing rice and sprinkling sacred water.

Descending the stairs of the complex,

The pilgrims see the noon day sun shine through the fluffy white clouds.

Looking behind, they watch as the mist slowly conceals the Taktsang Monastery

Leaving the remembrance of their quest carved in their minds.