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  • Bhutan85 views

    The Tiger's Nest Monastery Clings Perilously to a Cliffside

    Paro Taktsang, or Tiger's Nest, is a sacred Buddhist site built into the side of a cliff 900 meters (3,000 feet) above the Paro Valley. Legend says Guru Rinpoche flew to this spot on the back of a tigress.

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  • Belgium105 views

    Six Of The Eleven Authenticated Trappist Breweries Are In Belgium

    These unique beers are brewed within the walls of Trappist monasteries under the supervision of monks, adhering to strict rules regarding production and sales. Profits from these breweries are primarily used for monastic upkeep and charitable work.

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