Splendours of Trashigang Tshechu

15 Days

Overview

Trashigang Tshechu is one of the largest festivals in eastern Bhutan, held in November or December each year. The festival features monks and laypeople performing mask dances and traditional folk dances in vibrant costumes. Among the crowd, the nomadic Brokpas from the Merak and Sakteng regions stand out with their distinctive attire and appearance. A key highlight of the festival is the unveiling of a thongdrel—a large sacred tapestry—depicting Guru Tshengyed (the Eight Manifestations of Guru Rinpoche) on the final day. Another thongdrel featuring the Sixteen Arhats (Neten Chudrug) is also displayed for public viewing, adding to the festival’s significance.

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