Hemis- Birth of Padmasambhava
Top 14 in Top 15 Most Popular Festivals of India
It is a significant two-day event amid Ladakh's beautiful terrain. Hemis Festival is distinguished by a profusion of events, including traditional dance in traditional costumes, which draw tourists from all over the world. It commemorates the birth anniversary of the founder of Tibetan Tantric Buddhism.
Significance: It’s the celebration of the birth anniversary of spiritual leader Padmasambhava, founder of Tibet Tantric Buddhism.
Key attractions: The scenic Hemis monastery and the Cham dance
When: 10th day (called Tse-Chu in the local language) of the Tibetan lunar month, which corresponds to June or July of the Gregorian calendar
Where: Ladakh, Jammu & Kashmir
Hemis 2022: 04th July - 16th July
Things To Do: Attend the ceremonies and processions by the priests
