Stok Guru Tseuchu
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The Stok Guru Tseuchu is an important Buddhist festival held annually in the Stok village, located in the Leh region of Ladakh, India. This festival takes place at the Stok Monastery, one of the most significant monasteries in Ladakh, dedicated to Guru Padmasambhava, also known as Guru Rinpoche. The event is celebrated in the 1st month of the Tibetan lunar calendar, typically in February or March.
The festival is marked by vibrant Cham dances, where monks perform ritual dances in colorful masks and costumes to depict the victory of good over evil. The dances, accompanied by traditional music, are an important part of the teachings of Buddhism, symbolizing the protection and blessings of Guru Padmasambhava.
Local people, as well as visitors, participate in the festival with great enthusiasm, offering prayers and seeking blessings for prosperity and spiritual well-being. The Stok Guru Tsechu is a significant cultural and spiritual event that strengthens the community’s bond and preserves Ladakhi Buddhist traditions.