Where It All Started

Long past noon, it was almost deserted and awfully quiet in the base camp. The lone prayer wheel driven by gushing water from the stream welcomed us with its dong dong music. Locals plied their wares, saying "shopping, shopping". I found a rock to sit on here, and prayed my thanks for a wonderful and safe climb.

Adrenaline Rush @Tiger's Nest in Bhutan

December 4th 2011
I have been looking at photos and videos. Been reading travelers' accounts about their trek up the Taktshang Monastery.This is Bhutan's most famoust monastery perched on a cliff overlooking the valley of Paro. My mind was set that I would at least hike up to the Halfway Station where the Cafeteria is, and where one is able to look at the pilgrims' site at eye level, but f ... read more

Asia » Bhutan » Paro

In 1865, Britain and Bhutan signed the Treaty of Sinchulu, under which Bhutan would receive an annual subsidy in exchange for ceding some border land. Under British influence, a monarchy was set up in 1907; three years later, a treaty was signed wher... ... read more

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