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BHUTAN - Festivals - Tshechus

The Tshechu is a religious event celebrated on tenth day of a month of the lunar calendar corresponding to the birthday of Guru Rimpoche (Guru Padmasambhava). However the exact month of the Tshechu varies from place to place and temple to temple. Tshechus are grand events where entire communities come together to witness religious mask dances, receive blessings and socialize. In addition to the mask dances, tshechus also include colorful Bhutanese dances and other forms of entertainment.
Every mask dance performed during a Tshechu has a special meaning or a story behind. In monasteries, the mask dances are performed by monks and in remote villages, they are performed jointly by monks and village men.
Two of the most popular Tshechus in the country are the Paro and Thimphu Tshechus in terms of participation and audience. There is at least one festival every month almost ensuring that you have an opportunity to experience one.
You will find the dates for each festival on Bhutan Government websites.
BEST TIME to VISIT BHUTAN

 

 

BEST TIME to TRAVEL to PARO
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From November to April
 
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