Shama Lhakhang
Shama Taktsang
Shama Lhakhang is situated next to Taktsang but is not directly accessible from there. Instead, visitors must ascend to Ugyen Tsemo and then descend steeply from the back for about 15 minutes to reach it. In the past, there was a small wooden bridge connecting Shama Lhakhang to Taktsang. The temple was constructed simultaneously with the other temples of Taktsang and is considered one of the most sacred caves within the complex. However, unless you are taking a longer or alternative hiking trail when leaving Taktsang, it is not part of the usual route.
Near Shama Lhakhang
More to see around Paro.
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Dzongs & Fortresses
Bitekha Dzong
Bitekha Dzong is located along the way to Haa from Chundzom (river confluence)
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Restaurants
Brioche Café
A bakery café run by a pastry chef: tarts, croissants, cakes and apple crumble from local and organic ingredients, plus masala tea and seasonal ice cream.
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Temples & Monasteries
Bumdrak
Bumdrak temple is located at an elevation of 3800m, above Paro Taktsang Monastery in Paro. Bumdra or Bumdrak literally means "hundred thousand footprints on a cliff".
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Sight
Bumdrak -Taktsang-Paro
Enjoy the sunrise view, climb higher to the peaks, or hang prayer flags.
