Alo Drukpa Tours & Treks

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Tamshing Phala Choedpa

(4.7) ★★★★★ 4.7/5 The festival of Tamzhing Lhakhang is held for three days. People from different parts of Bumthang and also from other parts of Bhutan gather to witness the dances of Tertoen Pema Lingpa (Peling Sung Cham) which are performed by the monks of Tamzhing Monastery. The Chams/dances include the Phagchham (pig dance) which …

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Thimphu Tshechu

(4.7) ★★★★★ 4.7/5 One of the biggest festivals in the country is the Thimphu Tshechu. This festival is held in the capital city for three days. The Tshechu is witnessed by thousands of people, both local and tourists. The actual Tshechu is preceded by days and nights of prayer and rituals to invoke the gods. …

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Jambay Lhakhang Drub

It is one of the 108 temples built by the king Songtsen Gampo of Tibet in one day in about the 7th century. Jambay Lakhang Drup is one of the most interesting events. During this festival the chams/dances include Terchham( the Naked Dance) formerly initiated by Terton Dorje Lingpa, Mewang, Macham, Ging Tsholing, Dramtse Ngacham, …

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Black-Necked Crane Festival

The annual Black-Necked Crane festival is celebrated at the courtyard of Gangtey Goenpa in Phobjikha valley. The festival is an occasion for the locals to rejoice and celebrate the arrival of this endangered and majestic bird which becomes an inseparable part in their daily lives during the winter months. The annual black-necked crane festival is …

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Rhododendron Festival

The festival celebrates the rhododendron flower. The festival features the rhododendron garden walk and exhibition, local culture and cuisines, arts and crafts, traditional games, cultural programs, guided walks and activities. The festival displays different species that are in full bloom in their natural habitat. Venue: Lamperi Botanical Garden, Dochula

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