Bhutan Festivals
Tshechus are annul festivals held in every
districts in Bhutan. Being held just once a year it
becomes a time for people to leave everything
behind and merry. It is the only time when most
rural folks get a respite from their back breaking
work. Families wait eagerly for this
event. Its even harder for youngsters to have the
patience when such events are a great
opportunity
to see new dates and wear their Sunday best.
Tshechu, means the 10th day, its held on the
10th
day of the Bhutanese calander to commemorate
Guru Rinpoche's birthday. Guru Rinpoche, called
the second Buddha was a great saint who
introduced Buddhism in Bhutan. He was one of
the great scholars who studied in the great
Nalanda
University (Bihar, India) which is in ruins now.
Guru Rinpoche visited Bhutan in the 7th century
and walk the entire length and breath of Bhutan
propagating Buddhist teachings.
The intricately hand woven dress worn during
festivals are especially saved for this special
event. A single female dress worn by a rich lady
would be nothing less than US$2000. Even the
poorest have a dress which cost about US$500.
These are kind of dress which families keep it
locked and are taken out only once a year for this
special event. Most families save for years to get
one of these dresses.
A finely woven female dress takes about an year
for completion.
Tour details
- $200 per Day
- Available Weekdays
- Duration: Flexible
- From 3 to 12 people
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