Thimphu tsechu
Tsechu in Tibetan and Bhutanese languages means ‘tenth day’ of their calendar. It is always a good day to perform rituals, host gatherings and organize special events. In Bhutan, every district observes an annual festival on the tenth day of Bhutanese calendar in different months. The programme which usually goes on for three days is more than just a simple festival wherein we get to witness different mask dances. It is the occasion of reunion, the event to mark our distinct culture and the moment to celebrate and receive blessings. Thimphu Tsechu falls in the month of October. If you desire to see the uniqueness of Bhutanese culture, then visit Bhutan coinciding the Thimphu tsechu.
punakha tsechu
Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal is known as the unifier of Bhutan as a nation state and he was the one who gave Bhutan and its people the distinct cultural identity that identified Bhutan from the rest of the world. During 17th century Bhutan was invaded several times by Tibetan forces seeking to seize a very precious relic, the Ranjung Kharsapani. Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal led the Bhutanese to victory over the Tibetans and to commemorate the triumph he introduced the Punakha Drubchen. Since then Punakha Drubchen (also known as Puna Drubchen) became the annual festival of Punakha Dzongkhag.
Paro tsechu
Paro tshechu is held for five days on the 10th day of 2nd Bhutanese lunar month and ends of the 25th day. this festival offers a best opportunity to witness the Bhutanese’s rich culture and history. The tshechu is a religious event and by attending it, we believe that we will gain more merits in our lives. It is also a social gathering where the people come together to rejoice dressed in all their finery. One the last day, there will be a display of a gigantic thangka (tapestry) of Guru Rinpoche. We believe that just by seeing this giant scroll hung on the wall; viewers will get blessings and also will help in cleansing their sins