Thimphu Festival

The Thimphu Tshechu Festival, also known as the National Festival of Bhutan, is the largest and most famous festival in Bhutan. Since the 19th century, the celebration has been a part of their culture. This five-day celebration takes place in Thimphu, Bhutan's capital. Thousands of people, both locals and visitors, come to watch and enjoy the Tshechu. Days and nights of prayers to invoke the celestial gods precede the actual Tshechu.

In the courtyard of Tashichhodzong fortification, locals dress in traditional clothes and participate in dance and other cultural events. The classic masked dance (cham or folk dance) is one of the traditional events. It is done to bless onlookers and teach them Buddhist doctrine at Tendrel Thang (a festival site). It is thought that attending these festivities will bring you good luck. Besides, the 21 black hat dance, the dance of angry deities, the dance of the cremation ground, and other popular dances are the highlights of this festival.

Location: Tendrel Thang

Date: September/ October