Rock and Cliff Narratives

The cliff faces and rocks in Bhutan have rich accounts. While not all cliffs and rocks are considered special, there are many cliffs and rocks which are considered nye or a sacred site. Some of the cliffs are considered to be the citadel of deities while others are identified as the seat, bath tub, threshold, roof, weapon, resting place, head, limbs and other body parts of deities. There are rocks and cliffs which are believed to contain great treasure inside them. Some rocks are considered horses and cows, sheep, etc. There are also rock formations which are considered to be natural instances of religious implements and words and texts are said to have automatically embossed on some rocks.