Paro Tsechu

Paro Tsechu Festival is one of the biggest event in Bhutan. Like other Tsechus, it held to honour Guru Rinpoche, who spread tantric Buddhism, that is practiced all over Himalayas (often called Tibetan Buddhism). Paro Tsechu is held from 11 till 15 of 2nd month in Bhutanese calendar in the spring, which falls end of March or April. Usually the first day of the festival is held inside the courtyard of the Dzong and on the final day (before dawn), a gaint Thangka or Thongdol, an silk allique of Guru Rinpoche is displayed. For details of day by day program, description of dances and significance, download the PDF