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Paro Festival
Max 500 people
Paro, Bhutan
About this activity
Experience the living culture of Bhutan at the Paro Festival. Enjoy traditional dances and performances, religious offerings such as blessings and prayers, and a great opportunity for tourists to visit Bhutan.
Highlights
- Enjoy traditional dances and performances
- Experience the living culture of Bhutan
- Celebrated over several days in the Ringpung Dzong
- Religious offerings such as blessings and prayers
- A great opportunity for tourists to visit Bhutan
Full description
Visit Bhutan and attend the Paro Festival, one of the most popular religious dance festivals in the country. From the end of March to the start of April, thousands of tourists come to witness the event every year. The festival commemorates the anniversary of Guru Rinpoche's visit to Bhutan in the 8th century and celebrates with mask dances performed by monks and a range of cultural performances and events. Enjoy traditional dances and performances, experience the living culture of Bhutan, and take part in religious offerings such as blessings and prayers. The festival is celebrated over several days in the imposing Ringpung Dzong and is a great opportunity for tourists to visit Bhutan and explore its rich culture.
Included / Excluded
- Hotel
- Transportation
- All meals in Bhutan
- License Tour Guide
- Visit to Temple
- Visa Fee
- Bar bills
- Gratuity
Meeting point
Start Location
Paro International Airport, Paro, Bhutan
Important information
Know before you book
- When is the festival held? The Paro Tshechu is held each spring [1], from the 11th to the 15th day of the second Bhutanese lunar month.
- What is the dress code? Traditional Bhutanese clothing must be worn during the festival, such as a Kira for women and a Gho for men.
- What are the rituals? During the festival, there are various rituals such as the unfurling of a gigantic Thongdrol, and the fire ritual for purification.
- How can I get there? The best way to get to Paro is to fly from Kathmandu or Delhi.
Know before you go
- Paro Tshechu is a five-day religious festival held each spring, from the 11th to the 15th day of the first month of the Bhutanese lunar calendar.
- Visitors to Paro Tshechu are welcomed and do not need a special permit.
- Respectful attire is expected when attending the festival, so please dress appropriately.
- Paro Tshechu takes place at the Ringpung Dzong in the Paro District of Bhutan.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 20 days before the activity starts
Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Stroller Accessible
- Service Animals Allowed
- Infant Seats Available
Frequently asked questions
FAQs
Additional information
Paro Tshechu is a religious festival celebrated annually in the Paro district of Bhutan. It is a 4-day celebration that typically takes place in the spring. The festival involves the performance of mask dances and other religious ceremonies in the courtyard of the Rinpung Dzong. The main attraction of the festival is the Cham dance, which is performed by the monks of the Drukpa Lineage of the Kagyu school of Tibetan Buddhism. At the end of the festival, a giant Thongdrel is unfurled in the courtyard of the Rinpung Dzong. The Thongdrel is a giant applique-work tapestry of Guru Rimpoche, the founder of Tibetan Buddhism. Other activities during the festival include archery competitions, traditional sports, and the display of arts and crafts. Paro Tshechu is a great opportunity to witness a unique cultural event and be part of a centuries-old tradition.